#803E23

#803E23

Color Values

HEX

#803E23

RGB

128, 62, 35

HSL

17.4, 57.1%, 32.0%

HSV

17.4, 72.7%, 50.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.6%, 72.7%, 49.8%

OKLCH

0.4436 0.0996 42.0

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: #803E23;
color: #803E23;
border-color: #803E23;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #803E23?

RGB(128, 62, 35) · HSL(17.4, 57.1%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.6%, 72.7%, 49.8%)

Does #803E23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #803E23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #803E23 background; contrast on black is 2.63:1.