#8B551C

#8B551C

Overview

#8B551C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 85, 28, in HSL 30.8°, 66.5%, 32.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B551C

RGB

139, 85, 28

HSL

30.8, 66.5%, 32.7%

HSV

30.8, 79.9%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.5007 0.0999 62.7

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: #8B551C;
color: #8B551C;
border-color: #8B551C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.15:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B551C?

RGB(139, 85, 28) · HSL(30.8, 66.5%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%)

Does #8B551C meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8B551C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8B551C background; contrast on black is 3.41:1.