#896B1C

#896B1C

Color Values

HEX

#896B1C

RGB

137, 107, 28

HSL

43.5, 66.1%, 32.4%

HSV

43.5, 79.6%, 53.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.9%, 79.6%, 46.3%

OKLCH

0.5434 0.1002 86.7

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: #896B1C;
color: #896B1C;
border-color: #896B1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.02:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #896B1C?

RGB(137, 107, 28) · HSL(43.5, 66.1%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.9%, 79.6%, 46.3%)

Does #896B1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.02:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #896B1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #896B1C background; contrast on black is 4.18:1.