#BA4F23

#BA4F23

Color Values

HEX

#BA4F23

RGB

186, 79, 35

HSL

17.5, 68.3%, 43.3%

HSV

17.5, 81.2%, 72.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.5%, 81.2%, 27.1%

OKLCH

0.56 0.1495 40.9

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: #BA4F23;
color: #BA4F23;
border-color: #BA4F23;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 700 #B45309

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.96:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

4.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BA4F23?

RGB(186, 79, 35) · HSL(17.5, 68.3%, 43.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.5%, 81.2%, 27.1%)

Does #BA4F23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #BA4F23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #BA4F23 background; contrast on black is 4.23:1.