#885E1B

#885E1B

Color Values

HEX

#885E1B

RGB

136, 94, 27

HSL

36.9, 66.9%, 32.0%

HSV

36.9, 80.1%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.9%, 80.1%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.5147 0.0969 74.3

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: #885E1B;
color: #885E1B;
border-color: #885E1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.73:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #885E1B?

RGB(136, 94, 27) · HSL(36.9, 66.9%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.9%, 80.1%, 46.7%)

Does #885E1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #885E1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #885E1B background; contrast on black is 3.66:1.