#862D18

#862D18

Color Values

HEX

#862D18

RGB

134, 45, 24

HSL

11.5, 69.6%, 31.0%

HSV

11.5, 82.1%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 66.4%, 82.1%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4264 0.1264 34.5

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: #862D18;
color: #862D18;
border-color: #862D18;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #862D18?

RGB(134, 45, 24) · HSL(11.5, 69.6%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 66.4%, 82.1%, 47.5%)

Does #862D18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #862D18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #862D18 background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.