#825511 Hex Color
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Coffee labels, leather goods, and vintage packaging often call for a dark, earthy brown like this one. #825511 is dim and unsaturated, with warm amber undertones that feel mellow rather than bold. It works best as a base behind cream or tan type and can turn muddy next to pure white. White text passes AA at about 6.4:1 contrast. Its hex code is #825511.
Questions about #825511
What is #825511 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #825511 is rgb(130, 85, 17), in HSL hsl(36, 77%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 87%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #825511?
Cream and sage keep its earthy warmth intact, while a muted teal makes the brown read richer by contrast. Skip bright whites and neons, which wash it out or make it look muddy.
Is #825511 readable on white or black?
#825511 has a 6.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.25:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.