#8B631C

#8B631C

Overview

#8B631C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 99, 28, in HSL 38.4°, 66.5%, 32.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B631C

RGB

139, 99, 28

HSL

38.4, 66.5%, 32.7%

HSV

38.4, 79.9%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.5288 0.0986 77.2

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: #8B631C;
color: #8B631C;
border-color: #8B631C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.39:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B631C?

RGB(139, 99, 28) · HSL(38.4, 66.5%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.8%, 79.9%, 45.5%)

Does #8B631C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8B631C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8B631C background; contrast on black is 3.9:1.