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Brown

#8A530F

Brown is a warm dark color with the hex code #8A530F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 138, 83, 15 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 40%, 89%, 46% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Brown Color Values

HEX
#8A530F
RGB
138, 83, 15
HSL
33°, 80%, 30%
CMYK
0, 40, 89, 46

About this color

Brown sits at 33° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 80% saturation and 30% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like 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 Brown in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 40%, 89%, 46% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Brown

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8A530F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 138, 83, 15;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8A530F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 40%
Y: 89%
K: 46%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(138, 83, 15)
rgba(138, 83, 15, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 33° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8A530F?
#8A530F is Brown, a warm dark color with RGB values of 138, 83, 15. It has a hue of 33°, 80% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8A530F?
The RGB color code for #8A530F is rgb(138, 83, 15). This means it contains 138 red, 83 green, and 15 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Brown a warm or cool color?
Brown (#8A530F) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8A530F in CSS?
You can use #8A530F in CSS with: background-color: #8A530F; or color: #8A530F; or as an RGB value: rgb(138, 83, 15). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 40%, 89%, 46%.