#883E1C

#883E1C

Overview

#883E1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 136, 62, 28, in HSL 18.9°, 65.9%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.4%, 79.4%, 46.7%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#883E1C

RGB

136, 62, 28

HSL

18.9, 65.9%, 32.2%

HSV

18.9, 79.4%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.4%, 79.4%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4552 0.1115 43.2

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: #883E1C;
color: #883E1C;
border-color: #883E1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #883E1C?

RGB(136, 62, 28) · HSL(18.9, 65.9%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.4%, 79.4%, 46.7%)

Does #883E1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #883E1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #883E1C background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.