#874821

#874821

Color Values

HEX

#874821

RGB

135, 72, 33

HSL

22.9, 60.7%, 32.9%

HSV

22.9, 75.6%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.7%, 75.6%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4713 0.1003 49.9

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: #874821;
color: #874821;
border-color: #874821;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #874821?

RGB(135, 72, 33) · HSL(22.9, 60.7%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.7%, 75.6%, 47.1%)

Does #874821 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #874821?

Use FFFFFF text on a #874821 background; contrast on black is 2.98:1.