#834A23 Hex Color
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Reach for this dark brown when a design needs a leather-and-tobacco feel. #834a23 is a muted, warm brown that works best as a dominant base for coffee brands, packaging, or moody layouts. It pairs well with cream and pale gold but can turn muddy beside pure white. Its hex code is #834a23.
Questions about #834a23
What is #834a23 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #834a23 is rgb(131, 74, 35), in HSL hsl(24, 58%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 73%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #834a23?
Cream, pale gold, and sage green all flatter this dark brown without competing with its muted warmth. Avoid placing it next to bright primary colors, which make it read dull by comparison.
What mood does #834a23 convey?
Its low saturation and darkness give it a serious, grounded feel with a touch of warmth. That mix suits coffee, craft goods, and vintage designs where comfort and strength matter more than energy.
Is #834a23 readable on white or black?
#834a23 has a 7.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.96:1 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.