#873E1D

#873E1D

Overview

#873E1D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 135, 62, 29, in HSL 18.7°, 64.6%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.1%, 78.5%, 47.1%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#873E1D

RGB

135, 62, 29

HSL

18.7, 64.6%, 32.2%

HSV

18.7, 78.5%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.1%, 78.5%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4537 0.11 43.1

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: #873E1D;
color: #873E1D;
border-color: #873E1D;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #873E1D?

RGB(135, 62, 29) · HSL(18.7, 64.6%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.1%, 78.5%, 47.1%)

Does #873E1D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #873E1D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #873E1D background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.