#88501B

#88501B

Color Values

HEX

#88501B

RGB

136, 80, 27

HSL

29.2, 66.9%, 32.0%

HSV

29.2, 80.1%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 80.1%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.487 0.0996 59.7

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: #88501B;
color: #88501B;
border-color: #88501B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.54:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88501B?

RGB(136, 80, 27) · HSL(29.2, 66.9%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 80.1%, 46.7%)

Does #88501B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #88501B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #88501B background; contrast on black is 3.21:1.