#533B1E

#533B1E

Overview

#533B1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 83, 59, 30, in HSL 32.8°, 46.9%, 22.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.9%, 63.9%, 67.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#533B1E

RGB

83, 59, 30

HSL

32.8, 46.9%, 22.2%

HSV

32.8, 63.9%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.9%, 63.9%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.3724 0.0549 70.0

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: #533B1E;
color: #533B1E;
border-color: #533B1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #533B1E?

RGB(83, 59, 30) · HSL(32.8, 46.9%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.9%, 63.9%, 67.5%)

Does #533B1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #533B1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #533B1E background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.