#8D321B

#8D321B

Color Values

HEX

#8D321B

RGB

141, 50, 27

HSL

12.1, 67.9%, 32.9%

HSV

12.1, 80.9%, 55.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 64.5%, 80.9%, 44.7%

OKLCH

0.4455 0.1288 35.2

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: #8D321B;
color: #8D321B;
border-color: #8D321B;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8D321B?

RGB(141, 50, 27) · HSL(12.1, 67.9%, 32.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 64.5%, 80.9%, 44.7%)

Does #8D321B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8D321B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8D321B background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.