#85561B

#85561B

Color Values

HEX

#85561B

RGB

133, 86, 27

HSL

33.4, 66.3%, 31.4%

HSV

33.4, 79.7%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.3%, 79.7%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.4946 0.0952 67.7

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: #85561B;
color: #85561B;
border-color: #85561B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.28:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #85561B?

RGB(133, 86, 27) · HSL(33.4, 66.3%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.3%, 79.7%, 47.8%)

Does #85561B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #85561B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #85561B background; contrast on black is 3.34:1.