#876B21

#876B21

Color Values

HEX

#876B21

RGB

135, 107, 33

HSL

43.5, 60.7%, 32.9%

HSV

43.5, 75.6%, 52.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.7%, 75.6%, 47.1%

OKLCH

0.5415 0.0964 87.3

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: #876B21;
color: #876B21;
border-color: #876B21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.05:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #876B21?

RGB(135, 107, 33) · HSL(43.5, 60.7%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.7%, 75.6%, 47.1%)

Does #876B21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #876B21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #876B21 background; contrast on black is 4.16:1.