#88451A

#88451A

Color Values

HEX

#88451A

RGB

136, 69, 26

HSL

23.5, 67.9%, 31.8%

HSV

23.5, 80.9%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.3%, 80.9%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4668 0.1065 49.7

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: #88451A;
color: #88451A;
border-color: #88451A;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.91:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88451A?

RGB(136, 69, 26) · HSL(23.5, 67.9%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.3%, 80.9%, 46.7%)

Does #88451A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #88451A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #88451A background; contrast on black is 2.91:1.