#833C1E

#833C1E

Overview

#833C1E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 131, 60, 30, in HSL 17.8°, 62.7%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.2%, 77.1%, 48.6%. The nearest named color is sienna 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#833C1E

RGB

131, 60, 30

HSL

17.8, 62.7%, 31.6%

HSV

17.8, 77.1%, 51.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.2%, 77.1%, 48.6%

OKLCH

0.4443 0.1068 42.1

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: #833C1E;
color: #833C1E;
border-color: #833C1E;
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #833C1E?

RGB(131, 60, 30) · HSL(17.8, 62.7%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.2%, 77.1%, 48.6%)

Does #833C1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #833C1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #833C1E background; contrast on black is 2.63:1.