#843B20

#843B20

Color Values

HEX

#843B20

RGB

132, 59, 32

HSL

16.2, 61.0%, 32.2%

HSV

16.2, 75.8%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.3%, 75.8%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4445 0.1082 40.1

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: #843B20;
color: #843B20;
border-color: #843B20;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.99:1

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 #843B20?

RGB(132, 59, 32) · HSL(16.2, 61.0%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.3%, 75.8%, 48.2%)

Does #843B20 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.99:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #843B20?

Use FFFFFF text on a #843B20 background; contrast on black is 2.63:1.