#86501A

#86501A

Overview

#86501A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 80, 26, in HSL 30.0Β°, 67.5%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.3%, 80.6%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#86501A

RGB

134, 80, 26

HSL

30.0, 67.5%, 31.4%

HSV

30.0, 80.6%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.3%, 80.6%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4841 0.0982 61.1

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: #86501A;
color: #86501A;
border-color: #86501A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.61:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #86501A?

RGB(134, 80, 26) · HSL(30.0, 67.5%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.3%, 80.6%, 47.5%)

Does #86501A meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #86501A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #86501A background; contrast on black is 3.18:1.