#8A331B

#8A331B

Color Values

HEX

#8A331B

RGB

138, 51, 27

HSL

13.0, 67.3%, 32.4%

HSV

13.0, 80.4%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.0%, 80.4%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.4418 0.1244 36.1

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: #8A331B;
color: #8A331B;
border-color: #8A331B;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A331B?

RGB(138, 51, 27) · HSL(13.0, 67.3%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.0%, 80.4%, 45.9%)

Does #8A331B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8A331B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8A331B background; contrast on black is 2.57:1.