#86401C

#86401C

Overview

#86401C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 64, 28, in HSL 20.4°, 65.4%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 52.2%, 79.1%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#86401C

RGB

134, 64, 28

HSL

20.4, 65.4%, 31.8%

HSV

20.4, 79.1%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.2%, 79.1%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4554 0.1075 45.4

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: #86401C;
color: #86401C;
border-color: #86401C;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #86401C?

RGB(134, 64, 28) · HSL(20.4, 65.4%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.2%, 79.1%, 47.5%)

Does #86401C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #86401C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #86401C background; contrast on black is 2.76:1.