#85501E

#85501E

Color Values

HEX

#85501E

RGB

133, 80, 30

HSL

29.1, 63.2%, 32.0%

HSV

29.1, 77.4%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.8%, 77.4%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.4831 0.0953 60.2

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #85501E;
color: #85501E;
border-color: #85501E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.64:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #85501E?

RGB(133, 80, 30) · HSL(29.1, 63.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.8%, 77.4%, 47.8%)

Does #85501E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #85501E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #85501E background; contrast on black is 3.16:1.