#88521C

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88521C?

RGB(136, 82, 28), HSL(30.0, 65.9%, 32.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 79.4%, 46.7%).

Q: Does #88521C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.42:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#88521C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 136, 82, 28, in HSL 30.0°, 65.9%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 39.7%, 79.4%, 46.7%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

On this page

Color Values

HEX

#88521C

RGB

136, 82, 28

HSL

30.0, 65.9%, 32.2%

HSV

30.0, 79.4%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 79.4%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.4909 0.0983 61.3

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: tan 4

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.