#895B1B

#895B1B

Color Values

HEX

#895B1B

RGB

137, 91, 27

HSL

34.9, 67.1%, 32.2%

HSV

34.9, 80.3%, 53.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.6%, 80.3%, 46.3%

OKLCH

0.5099 0.0976 70.5

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: #895B1B;
color: #895B1B;
border-color: #895B1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.87:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #895B1B?

RGB(137, 91, 27) · HSL(34.9, 67.1%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.6%, 80.3%, 46.3%)

Does #895B1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #895B1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #895B1B background; contrast on black is 3.58:1.