#87481B

#87481B

Color Values

HEX

#87481B

RGB

135, 72, 27

HSL

25.0, 66.7%, 31.8%

HSV

25.0, 80.0%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.7%, 80.0%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4707 0.103 52.4

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: #87481B;
color: #87481B;
border-color: #87481B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.97:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #87481B?

RGB(135, 72, 27) · HSL(25.0, 66.7%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.7%, 80.0%, 47.1%)

Does #87481B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #87481B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #87481B background; contrast on black is 2.97:1.