#8B4119

#8B4119

Color Values

HEX

#8B4119

RGB

139, 65, 25

HSL

21.1, 69.5%, 32.2%

HSV

21.1, 82.0%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 53.2%, 82.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.4645 0.1133 45.8

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: #8B4119;
color: #8B4119;
border-color: #8B4119;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B4119?

RGB(139, 65, 25) · HSL(21.1, 69.5%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 53.2%, 82.0%, 45.5%)

Does #8B4119 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8B4119?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8B4119 background; contrast on black is 2.87:1.