#885F20

#885F20

Color Values

HEX

#885F20

RGB

136, 95, 32

HSL

36.3, 61.9%, 32.9%

HSV

36.3, 76.5%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.1%, 76.5%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.5172 0.0941 74.1

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: #885F20;
color: #885F20;
border-color: #885F20;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.67:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #885F20?

RGB(136, 95, 32) · HSL(36.3, 61.9%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.1%, 76.5%, 46.7%)

Does #885F20 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #885F20?

Use FFFFFF text on a #885F20 background; contrast on black is 3.7:1.