#83551B

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #83551B?

RGB(131, 85, 27), HSL(33.5, 65.8%, 31.0%), CMYK(0.0%, 35.1%, 79.4%, 48.6%).

Q: Does #83551B meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.4:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#83551B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 131, 85, 27, in HSL 33.5°, 65.8%, 31.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 35.1%, 79.4%, 48.6%. The nearest named color is tan 4.

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Color Values

HEX

#83551B

RGB

131, 85, 27

HSL

33.5, 65.8%, 31.0%

HSV

33.5, 79.4%, 51.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.1%, 79.4%, 48.6%

OKLCH

0.49 0.0938 68.0

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: tan 4

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.