#85651E

#85651E

Color Values

HEX

#85651E

RGB

133, 101, 30

HSL

41.4, 63.2%, 32.0%

HSV

41.4, 77.4%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.1%, 77.4%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.5261 0.095 83.2

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: #85651E;
color: #85651E;
border-color: #85651E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.42:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.88:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #85651E?

RGB(133, 101, 30) · HSL(41.4, 63.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.1%, 77.4%, 47.8%)

Does #85651E meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #85651E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #85651E background; contrast on black is 3.88:1.