#855F19

#855F19

Color Values

HEX

#855F19

RGB

133, 95, 25

HSL

38.9, 68.4%, 31.0%

HSV

38.9, 81.2%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.6%, 81.2%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.5129 0.0963 78.0

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: #855F19;
color: #855F19;
border-color: #855F19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.76:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #855F19?

RGB(133, 95, 25) · HSL(38.9, 68.4%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.6%, 81.2%, 47.8%)

Does #855F19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #855F19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #855F19 background; contrast on black is 3.65:1.