#856119

#856119

Color Values

HEX

#856119

RGB

133, 97, 25

HSL

40.0, 68.4%, 31.0%

HSV

40.0, 81.2%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.1%, 81.2%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.5172 0.0967 80.1

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: #856119;
color: #856119;
border-color: #856119;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.64:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #856119?

RGB(133, 97, 25) · HSL(40.0, 68.4%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.1%, 81.2%, 47.8%)

Does #856119 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #856119?

Use FFFFFF text on a #856119 background; contrast on black is 3.72:1.