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Brown

#535313

Brown is a neutral dark color with the hex code #535313. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 83, 83, 19 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 0%, 77%, 67% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Brown Color Values

HEX
#535313
RGB
83, 83, 19
HSL
60°, 63%, 20%
CMYK
0, 0, 77, 67

About this color

Brown sits at 60° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 63% saturation and 20% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, neutral colors like Brown work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 0%, 77%, 67% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #535313;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 83, 83, 19;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#535313',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 0%
Y: 77%
K: 67%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(83, 83, 19)
rgba(83, 83, 19, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 60° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #535313?
#535313 is Brown, a neutral dark color with RGB values of 83, 83, 19. It has a hue of 60°, 63% saturation, and 20% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #535313?
The RGB color code for #535313 is rgb(83, 83, 19). This means it contains 83 red, 83 green, and 19 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Brown a warm or cool color?
Brown (#535313) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #535313 in CSS?
You can use #535313 in CSS with: background-color: #535313; or color: #535313; or as an RGB value: rgb(83, 83, 19). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 0%, 77%, 67%.