#823217

#823217

Color Values

HEX

#823217

RGB

130, 50, 23

HSL

15.1, 69.9%, 30.0%

HSV

15.1, 82.3%, 51.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.5%, 82.3%, 49.0%

OKLCH

0.4264 0.1173 38.3

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: #823217;
color: #823217;
border-color: #823217;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #823217?

RGB(130, 50, 23) · HSL(15.1, 69.9%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.5%, 82.3%, 49.0%)

Does #823217 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #823217?

Use FFFFFF text on a #823217 background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.