#864E21

#864E21

Color Values

HEX

#864E21

RGB

134, 78, 33

HSL

26.7, 60.5%, 32.7%

HSV

26.7, 75.4%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.8%, 75.4%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.481 0.0956 56.3

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: #864E21;
color: #864E21;
border-color: #864E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.72:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #864E21?

RGB(134, 78, 33) · HSL(26.7, 60.5%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.8%, 75.4%, 47.5%)

Does #864E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #864E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #864E21 background; contrast on black is 3.13:1.