#874B18

#874B18

Color Values

HEX

#874B18

RGB

135, 75, 24

HSL

27.6, 69.8%, 31.2%

HSV

27.6, 82.2%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.4%, 82.2%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4759 0.1024 56.3

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: #874B18;
color: #874B18;
border-color: #874B18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.89:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #874B18?

RGB(135, 75, 24) · HSL(27.6, 69.8%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.4%, 82.2%, 47.1%)

Does #874B18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #874B18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #874B18 background; contrast on black is 3.05:1.