#533E1B

#533E1B

Overview

#533E1B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 83, 62, 27, in HSL 37.5°, 50.9%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.3%, 67.5%, 67.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#533E1B

RGB

83, 62, 27

HSL

37.5, 50.9%, 21.6%

HSV

37.5, 67.5%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.3%, 67.5%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.3789 0.0583 78.2

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: #533E1B;
color: #533E1B;
border-color: #533E1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #533E1B?

RGB(83, 62, 27) · HSL(37.5, 50.9%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.3%, 67.5%, 67.5%)

Does #533E1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #533E1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #533E1B background; contrast on black is 2.07:1.