#8A651C

#8A651C

Overview

#8A651C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 101, 28, in HSL 39.8°, 66.3%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.8%, 79.7%, 45.9%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A651C

RGB

138, 101, 28

HSL

39.8, 66.3%, 32.5%

HSV

39.8, 79.7%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.8%, 79.7%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.5318 0.0985 80.0

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: #8A651C;
color: #8A651C;
border-color: #8A651C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.3:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A651C?

RGB(138, 101, 28) · HSL(39.8, 66.3%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.8%, 79.7%, 45.9%)

Does #8A651C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8A651C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8A651C background; contrast on black is 3.96:1.