#533C12

#533C12

Color Values

HEX

#533C12

RGB

83, 60, 18

HSL

38.8, 64.4%, 19.8%

HSV

38.8, 78.3%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.7%, 78.3%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.3732 0.0654 79.1

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: #533C12;
color: #533C12;
border-color: #533C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #533C12?

RGB(83, 60, 18) · HSL(38.8, 64.4%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.7%, 78.3%, 67.5%)

Does #533C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #533C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #533C12 background; contrast on black is 2.02:1.