#86601E

#86601E

Color Values

HEX

#86601E

RGB

134, 96, 30

HSL

38.1, 63.4%, 32.2%

HSV

38.1, 77.6%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.4%, 77.6%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.5166 0.0942 77.1

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: #86601E;
color: #86601E;
border-color: #86601E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.67:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #86601E?

RGB(134, 96, 30) · HSL(38.1, 63.4%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.4%, 77.6%, 47.5%)

Does #86601E meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #86601E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #86601E background; contrast on black is 3.71:1.