#863D1E

#863D1E

Overview

#863D1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 61, 30, in HSL 17.9°, 63.4%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.5%, 77.6%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#863D1E

RGB

134, 61, 30

HSL

17.9, 63.4%, 32.2%

HSV

17.9, 77.6%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.5%, 77.6%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4506 0.1094 42.1

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: #863D1E;
color: #863D1E;
border-color: #863D1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #863D1E?

RGB(134, 61, 30) · HSL(17.9, 63.4%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.5%, 77.6%, 47.5%)

Does #863D1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #863D1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #863D1E background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.