#88401B

#88401B

Color Values

HEX

#88401B

RGB

136, 64, 27

HSL

20.4, 66.9%, 32.0%

HSV

20.4, 80.1%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.9%, 80.1%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4584 0.1101 45.2

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: #88401B;
color: #88401B;
border-color: #88401B;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88401B?

RGB(136, 64, 27) · HSL(20.4, 66.9%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.9%, 80.1%, 46.7%)

Does #88401B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #88401B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #88401B background; contrast on black is 2.8:1.