#8D6019

#8D6019

Overview

#8D6019 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 141, 96, 25, in HSL 36.7°, 69.9%, 32.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.9%, 82.3%, 44.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8001 Ochre Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#8D6019

RGB

141, 96, 25

HSL

36.7, 69.9%, 32.5%

HSV

36.7, 82.3%, 55.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.9%, 82.3%, 44.7%

OKLCH

0.5249 0.1012 73.4

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: #8D6019;
color: #8D6019;
border-color: #8D6019;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.5:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8D6019?

RGB(141, 96, 25) · HSL(36.7, 69.9%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.9%, 82.3%, 44.7%)

Does #8D6019 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #8D6019?

Use FFFFFF text on a #8D6019 background; contrast on black is 3.82:1.