#83301B

#83301B

Color Values

HEX

#83301B

RGB

131, 48, 27

HSL

12.1, 65.8%, 31.0%

HSV

12.1, 79.4%, 51.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.4%, 79.4%, 48.6%

OKLCH

0.4256 0.1193 35.2

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: #83301B;
color: #83301B;
border-color: #83301B;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #83301B?

RGB(131, 48, 27) · HSL(12.1, 65.8%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.4%, 79.4%, 48.6%)

Does #83301B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #83301B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #83301B background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.