#823F22

#823F22

Overview

#823F22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 130, 63, 34, in HSL 18.1°, 58.5%, 32.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 51.5%, 73.8%, 49.0%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#823F22

RGB

130, 63, 34

HSL

18.1, 58.5%, 32.2%

HSV

18.1, 73.8%, 51.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.5%, 73.8%, 49.0%

OKLCH

0.4482 0.1014 42.9

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: #823F22;
color: #823F22;
border-color: #823F22;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #823F22?

RGB(130, 63, 34) · HSL(18.1, 58.5%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.5%, 73.8%, 49.0%)

Does #823F22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #823F22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #823F22 background; contrast on black is 2.68:1.