#8B6619

#8B6619

Overview

#8B6619 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 139, 102, 25, in HSL 40.5°, 69.5%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.6%, 82.0%, 45.5%. The nearest named color is goldenrod 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#8B6619

RGB

139, 102, 25

HSL

40.5, 69.5%, 32.2%

HSV

40.5, 82.0%, 54.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.6%, 82.0%, 45.5%

OKLCH

0.5349 0.1008 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: #8B6619;
color: #8B6619;
border-color: #8B6619;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.23:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B6619?

RGB(139, 102, 25) · HSL(40.5, 69.5%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.6%, 82.0%, 45.5%)

Does #8B6619 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8B6619?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8B6619 background; contrast on black is 4.01:1.