#866B1C

#866B1C

Overview

#866B1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 107, 28, in HSL 44.7°, 65.4%, 31.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 20.1%, 79.1%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#866B1C

RGB

134, 107, 28

HSL

44.7, 65.4%, 31.8%

HSV

44.7, 79.1%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.1%, 79.1%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.54 0.0993 88.9

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: #866B1C;
color: #866B1C;
border-color: #866B1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.08:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #866B1C?

RGB(134, 107, 28) · HSL(44.7, 65.4%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.1%, 79.1%, 47.5%)

Does #866B1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #866B1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #866B1C background; contrast on black is 4.13:1.