#866C22

#866C22

Overview

#866C22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 134, 108, 34, in HSL 44.4Β°, 59.5%, 32.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.4%, 74.6%, 47.5%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#866C22

RGB

134, 108, 34

HSL

44.4, 59.5%, 32.9%

HSV

44.4, 74.6%, 52.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.4%, 74.6%, 47.5%

OKLCH

0.5427 0.0959 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: #866C22;
color: #866C22;
border-color: #866C22;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.02:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #866C22?

RGB(134, 108, 34) · HSL(44.4, 59.5%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.4%, 74.6%, 47.5%)

Does #866C22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #866C22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #866C22 background; contrast on black is 4.18:1.