#853F21

#853F21

Color Values

HEX

#853F21

RGB

133, 63, 33

HSL

18.0, 60.2%, 32.5%

HSV

18.0, 75.2%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.6%, 75.2%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.4527 0.1053 42.5

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: #853F21;
color: #853F21;
border-color: #853F21;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #853F21?

RGB(133, 63, 33) · HSL(18.0, 60.2%, 32.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.6%, 75.2%, 47.8%)

Does #853F21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #853F21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #853F21 background; contrast on black is 2.73:1.