#87551C

#87551C

Color Values

HEX

#87551C

RGB

135, 85, 28

HSL

32.0, 65.6%, 32.0%

HSV

32.0, 79.3%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 79.3%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.4954 0.0965 65.1

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: #87551C;
color: #87551C;
border-color: #87551C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.28:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #87551C?

RGB(135, 85, 28) · HSL(32.0, 65.6%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 79.3%, 47.1%)

Does #87551C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #87551C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #87551C background; contrast on black is 3.35:1.