#896919

#896919

Color Values

HEX

#896919

RGB

137, 105, 25

HSL

42.9, 69.1%, 31.8%

HSV

42.9, 81.8%, 53.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.4%, 81.8%, 46.3%

OKLCH

0.5389 0.101 85.2

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: #896919;
color: #896919;
border-color: #896919;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 700 #A16207

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.12:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #896919?

RGB(137, 105, 25) · HSL(42.9, 69.1%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.4%, 81.8%, 46.3%)

Does #896919 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.12:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #896919?

Use FFFFFF text on a #896919 background; contrast on black is 4.1:1.