#882E1B

#882E1B

Color Values

HEX

#882E1B

RGB

136, 46, 27

HSL

10.5, 66.9%, 32.0%

HSV

10.5, 80.1%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 66.2%, 80.1%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4316 0.1271 33.6

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: #882E1B;
color: #882E1B;
border-color: #882E1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #882E1B?

RGB(136, 46, 27) · HSL(10.5, 66.9%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 66.2%, 80.1%, 46.7%)

Does #882E1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #882E1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #882E1B background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.