#8C591C

#8C591C

Overview

#8C591C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 140, 89, 28, in HSL 32.7°, 66.7%, 32.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.4%, 80.0%, 45.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#8C591C

RGB

140, 89, 28

HSL

32.7, 66.7%, 32.9%

HSV

32.7, 80.0%, 54.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.4%, 80.0%, 45.1%

OKLCH

0.5098 0.0997 66.2

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: #8C591C;
color: #8C591C;
border-color: #8C591C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.9:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.56:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8C591C?

RGB(140, 89, 28) · HSL(32.7, 66.7%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.4%, 80.0%, 45.1%)

Does #8C591C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8C591C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8C591C background; contrast on black is 3.56:1.