#8A591C

#8A591C

Overview

#8A591C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 89, 28, in HSL 33.3°, 66.3%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.5%, 79.7%, 45.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A591C

RGB

138, 89, 28

HSL

33.3, 66.3%, 32.5%

HSV

33.3, 79.7%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.5%, 79.7%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.5072 0.0981 67.4

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: #8A591C;
color: #8A591C;
border-color: #8A591C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.96:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A591C?

RGB(138, 89, 28) · HSL(33.3, 66.3%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.5%, 79.7%, 45.9%)

Does #8A591C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8A591C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8A591C background; contrast on black is 3.53:1.