#8A661D

#8A661D

Overview

#8A661D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 138, 102, 29, in HSL 40.2°, 65.3%, 32.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.1%, 79.0%, 45.9%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8A661D

RGB

138, 102, 29

HSL

40.2, 65.3%, 32.7%

HSV

40.2, 79.0%, 54.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.1%, 79.0%, 45.9%

OKLCH

0.534 0.0982 80.8

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: #8A661D;
color: #8A661D;
border-color: #8A661D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.25:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8A661D?

RGB(138, 102, 29) · HSL(40.2, 65.3%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.1%, 79.0%, 45.9%)

Does #8A661D meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8A661D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8A661D background; contrast on black is 4.0:1.