#856821

#856821

Color Values

HEX

#856821

RGB

133, 104, 33

HSL

42.6, 60.2%, 32.5%

HSV

42.6, 75.2%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.8%, 75.2%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.5328 0.0943 85.8

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: #856821;
color: #856821;
border-color: #856821;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.25:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #856821?

RGB(133, 104, 33) · HSL(42.6, 60.2%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.8%, 75.2%, 47.8%)

Does #856821 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #856821?

Use FFFFFF text on a #856821 background; contrast on black is 4.0:1.