#813D21 Hex Color
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#813d21 is a dark, desaturated brown that feels grounded and serious. Because of its moody character, it works best as a secondary or accent color rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to cut its density. White text remains legible against this deep hue, making it a functional choice for text-heavy layouts that need a rustic, reliable aesthetic.
Questions about #813d21
What is #813d21 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #813d21 is rgb(129, 61, 33), in HSL hsl(18, 59%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 74%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #813d21 for a balanced design?
Does #813d21 work for text on a white background?
Yes, #813d21 provides excellent contrast against pure white backgrounds, making it a highly readable and functional choice for text-heavy layouts. Because of its dark, desaturated nature, it acts as a softer, more sophisticated alternative to standard black or dark gray text.
Is #813d21 readable on white or black?
#813d21 has a 8.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.