#A86136

#A86136

Color Values

HEX

#A86136

RGB

168, 97, 54

HSL

22.6, 51.4%, 43.5%

HSV

22.6, 67.9%, 65.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.3%, 67.9%, 34.1%

OKLCH

0.5648 0.1087 50.3

Properties

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #A86136;
color: #A86136;
border-color: #A86136;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.74:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A86136?

RGB(168, 97, 54) · HSL(22.6, 51.4%, 43.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.3%, 67.9%, 34.1%)

Does #A86136 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #A86136?

Use FFFFFF text on a #A86136 background; contrast on black is 4.43:1.