#885C1D

#885C1D

Overview

#885C1D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 136, 92, 29, in HSL 35.3°, 64.8%, 32.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.4%, 78.7%, 46.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#885C1D

RGB

136, 92, 29

HSL

35.3, 64.8%, 32.4%

HSV

35.3, 78.7%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 78.7%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.5108 0.0958 71.6

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: #885C1D;
color: #885C1D;
border-color: #885C1D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.84:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #885C1D?

RGB(136, 92, 29) · HSL(35.3, 64.8%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 78.7%, 46.7%)

Does #885C1D meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #885C1D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #885C1D background; contrast on black is 3.6:1.