#87501B

#87501B

Color Values

HEX

#87501B

RGB

135, 80, 27

HSL

29.4, 66.7%, 31.8%

HSV

29.4, 80.0%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.7%, 80.0%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4856 0.0987 60.2

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: #87501B;
color: #87501B;
border-color: #87501B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.58:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #87501B?

RGB(135, 80, 27) · HSL(29.4, 66.7%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.7%, 80.0%, 47.1%)

Does #87501B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #87501B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #87501B background; contrast on black is 3.19:1.