#86501B

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #86501B?

RGB(134, 80, 27), HSL(29.7, 66.5%, 31.6%), CMYK(0.0%, 40.3%, 79.9%, 47.5%).

Q: Does #86501B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.61:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#86501B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 80, 27, in HSL 29.7°, 66.5%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.3%, 79.9%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#86501B

RGB

134, 80, 27

HSL

29.7, 66.5%, 31.6%

HSV

29.7, 79.9%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.3%, 79.9%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.4842 0.0978 60.7

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: tan 4

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.