#8A641B

#8A641B

Color Values

HEX

#8A641B

RGB

138, 100, 27

HSL

39.5, 67.3%, 32.4%

HSV

39.5, 80.4%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.5%, 80.4%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.5296 0.0988 79.1

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: #8A641B;
color: #8A641B;
border-color: #8A641B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.36:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.92:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A641B?

RGB(138, 100, 27) · HSL(39.5, 67.3%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.5%, 80.4%, 45.9%)

Does #8A641B meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8A641B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8A641B background; contrast on black is 3.92:1.