Saddle Brown

Q: How do I use #783B21 in CSS?

You can use #783B21 in CSS with: background-color: #783B21; or color: #783B21; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 59, 33). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 51%, 73%, 53%.

#783B21

Saddle Brown is a warm dark color with the hex code #783B21. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 120, 59, 33 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 51%, 73%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Saddle Brown Color Values

HEX: #783B21
RGB: 120, 59, 33
HSL: 18°, 57%, 30%
CMYK: 0, 51, 73, 53

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Saddle Brown sits at 18° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 57% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Saddle Brown work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Saddle Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 51%, 73%, 53% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Saddle Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #783B21;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 120, 59, 33;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#783B21',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 51%
Y: 73%
K: 53%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(120, 59, 33)
rgba(120, 59, 33, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

13 brand s with colors near 18° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #783B21?

#783B21 is Saddle Brown, a warm dark color with RGB values of 120, 59, 33. It has a hue of 18°, 57% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #783B21?

The RGB color code for #783B21 is rgb(120, 59, 33). This means it contains 120 red, 59 green, and 33 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Saddle Brown a warm or cool color?

Saddle Brown (#783B21) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #783B21 in CSS?

You can use #783B21 in CSS with: background-color: #783B21; or color: #783B21; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 59, 33). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 51%, 73%, 53%.