#85541A

#85541A

Color Values

HEX

#85541A

RGB

133, 84, 26

HSL

32.5, 67.3%, 31.2%

HSV

32.5, 80.5%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.8%, 80.5%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.4906 0.0961 65.9

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: #85541A;
color: #85541A;
border-color: #85541A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.4:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #85541A?

RGB(133, 84, 26) · HSL(32.5, 67.3%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.8%, 80.5%, 47.8%)

Does #85541A meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #85541A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #85541A background; contrast on black is 3.28:1.