#875E1C

#875E1C

Overview

#875E1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 135, 94, 28, in HSL 37.0°, 65.6%, 32.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.4%, 79.3%, 47.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#875E1C

RGB

135, 94, 28

HSL

37.0, 65.6%, 32.0%

HSV

37.0, 79.3%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.4%, 79.3%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.5135 0.0957 74.8

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: #875E1C;
color: #875E1C;
border-color: #875E1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.76:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #875E1C?

RGB(135, 94, 28) · HSL(37.0, 65.6%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.4%, 79.3%, 47.1%)

Does #875E1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #875E1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #875E1C background; contrast on black is 3.65:1.