#88601E

#88601E

Overview

#88601E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 136, 96, 30, in HSL 37.4°, 63.9%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 29.4%, 77.9%, 46.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#88601E

RGB

136, 96, 30

HSL

37.4, 63.9%, 32.5%

HSV

37.4, 77.9%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.4%, 77.9%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.5191 0.0954 75.7

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: #88601E;
color: #88601E;
border-color: #88601E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.62:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88601E?

RGB(136, 96, 30) · HSL(37.4, 63.9%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.4%, 77.9%, 46.7%)

Does #88601E meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #88601E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #88601E background; contrast on black is 3.74:1.