#855B1C

#855B1C

Color Values

HEX

#855B1C

RGB

133, 91, 28

HSL

36.0, 65.2%, 31.6%

HSV

36.0, 78.9%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.6%, 78.9%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.5049 0.0943 72.9

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: #855B1C;
color: #855B1C;
border-color: #855B1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.98:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #855B1C?

RGB(133, 91, 28) · HSL(36.0, 65.2%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.6%, 78.9%, 47.8%)

Does #855B1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #855B1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #855B1C background; contrast on black is 3.51:1.