#87491F

#87491F

Color Values

HEX

#87491F

RGB

135, 73, 31

HSL

24.2, 62.7%, 32.5%

HSV

24.2, 77.0%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.9%, 77.0%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4729 0.1006 51.7

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: #87491F;
color: #87491F;
border-color: #87491F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.99:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #87491F?

RGB(135, 73, 31) · HSL(24.2, 62.7%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.9%, 77.0%, 47.1%)

Does #87491F meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #87491F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #87491F background; contrast on black is 3.0:1.