#884B1C

#884B1C

Color Values

HEX

#884B1C

RGB

136, 75, 28

HSL

26.1, 65.9%, 32.2%

HSV

26.1, 79.4%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.9%, 79.4%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4777 0.1017 54.4

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: #884B1C;
color: #884B1C;
border-color: #884B1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.84:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #884B1C?

RGB(136, 75, 28) · HSL(26.1, 65.9%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.9%, 79.4%, 46.7%)

Does #884B1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #884B1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #884B1C background; contrast on black is 3.07:1.