#813D17 Hex Color

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The hex code #813d17 produces a dark, muted brown with warm reddish-orange undertones. Its low lightness feels serious, grounded, and slightly gloomy, while reduced saturation adds comfort and age. Use it as a dominant background or bold accent in coffee, food, artisan, vintage, and organic branding. White text reads clearly against it, though large solid areas can feel heavy.

Questions about #813d17

What is #813d17 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #813d17 is rgb(129, 61, 23), in HSL hsl(22, 70%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 82%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #813d17?
The best pairings for #813d17 include muted sage, dusty cream, and dark navy, which balance its warm, earthy base while preserving a restrained, crafted feel across branding and packaging layouts. Use cream for space and navy for sharper contrast, with brighter colors sparingly.
Is #813d17 readable on white or black?
#813d17 has a 8.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.61:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.