#533B2E

#533B2E

Overview

#533B2E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 83, 59, 46, in HSL 21.1°, 28.7%, 25.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.9%, 44.6%, 67.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#533B2E

RGB

83, 59, 46

HSL

21.1, 28.7%, 25.3%

HSV

21.1, 44.6%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.9%, 44.6%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.3756 0.0403 49.5

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: #533B2E;
color: #533B2E;
border-color: #533B2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.03:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #533B2E?

RGB(83, 59, 46) · HSL(21.1, 28.7%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.9%, 44.6%, 67.5%)

Does #533B2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #533B2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #533B2E background; contrast on black is 2.03:1.