#8B4E19

#8B4E19

Color Values

HEX

#8B4E19

RGB

139, 78, 25

HSL

27.9, 69.5%, 32.2%

HSV

27.9, 82.0%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.9%, 82.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.4872 0.1043 56.9

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: #8B4E19;
color: #8B4E19;
border-color: #8B4E19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.56:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B4E19?

RGB(139, 78, 25) · HSL(27.9, 69.5%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.9%, 82.0%, 45.5%)

Does #8B4E19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8B4E19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8B4E19 background; contrast on black is 3.2:1.