#874F1B

#874F1B

Color Values

HEX

#874F1B

RGB

135, 79, 27

HSL

28.9, 66.7%, 31.8%

HSV

28.9, 80.0%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.5%, 80.0%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4837 0.0991 59.2

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: #874F1B;
color: #874F1B;
border-color: #874F1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.64:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #874F1B?

RGB(135, 79, 27) · HSL(28.9, 66.7%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.5%, 80.0%, 47.1%)

Does #874F1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #874F1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #874F1B background; contrast on black is 3.16:1.