#896C19

#896C19

Color Values

HEX

#896C19

RGB

137, 108, 25

HSL

44.5, 69.1%, 31.8%

HSV

44.5, 81.8%, 53.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.2%, 81.8%, 46.3%

OKLCH

0.5454 0.1023 88.0

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: #896C19;
color: #896C19;
border-color: #896C19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 700 #A16207

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.97:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #896C19?

RGB(137, 108, 25) · HSL(44.5, 69.1%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.2%, 81.8%, 46.3%)

Does #896C19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.97:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #896C19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #896C19 background; contrast on black is 4.22:1.