#874A18

#874A18

Color Values

HEX

#874A18

RGB

135, 74, 24

HSL

27.0, 69.8%, 31.2%

HSV

27.0, 82.2%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.2%, 82.2%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4741 0.103 55.3

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: #874A18;
color: #874A18;
border-color: #874A18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.95:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #874A18?

RGB(135, 74, 24) · HSL(27.0, 69.8%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.2%, 82.2%, 47.1%)

Does #874A18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #874A18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #874A18 background; contrast on black is 3.02:1.