#86691B

#86691B

Color Values

HEX

#86691B

RGB

134, 105, 27

HSL

43.7, 66.5%, 31.6%

HSV

43.7, 79.9%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.6%, 79.9%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.5356 0.0988 87.1

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: #86691B;
color: #86691B;
border-color: #86691B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.19:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #86691B?

RGB(134, 105, 27) · HSL(43.7, 66.5%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.6%, 79.9%, 47.5%)

Does #86691B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #86691B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #86691B background; contrast on black is 4.05:1.