#873C20

#873C20

Color Values

HEX

#873C20

RGB

135, 60, 32

HSL

16.3, 61.7%, 32.7%

HSV

16.3, 76.3%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.6%, 76.3%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4508 0.1108 40.2

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: #873C20;
color: #873C20;
border-color: #873C20;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #873C20?

RGB(135, 60, 32) · HSL(16.3, 61.7%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.6%, 76.3%, 47.1%)

Does #873C20 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #873C20?

Use FFFFFF text on a #873C20 background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.