#88611B

#88611B

Overview

#88611B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 136, 97, 27, in HSL 38.5°, 66.9%, 32.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.7%, 80.1%, 46.7%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#88611B

RGB

136, 97, 27

HSL

38.5, 66.9%, 32.0%

HSV

38.5, 80.1%, 53.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.7%, 80.1%, 46.7%

OKLCH

0.5209 0.0972 77.5

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: #88611B;
color: #88611B;
border-color: #88611B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.57:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88611B?

RGB(136, 97, 27) · HSL(38.5, 66.9%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.7%, 80.1%, 46.7%)

Does #88611B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #88611B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #88611B background; contrast on black is 3.77:1.