#873F1F

#873F1F

Color Values

HEX

#873F1F

RGB

135, 63, 31

HSL

18.5, 62.7%, 32.5%

HSV

18.5, 77.0%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.3%, 77.0%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4556 0.1084 43.0

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: #873F1F;
color: #873F1F;
border-color: #873F1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.61:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #873F1F?

RGB(135, 63, 31) · HSL(18.5, 62.7%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.3%, 77.0%, 47.1%)

Does #873F1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #873F1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #873F1F background; contrast on black is 2.76:1.