Color: Brown
Complete color information and conversion tools for Brown
Convert Brown to all major color formats. Click any value to copy to clipboard.
Test Brown for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Brown backgrounds.
Colors similar to Brown based on hue and saturation.
About Brown Color
The Brown color (#A52A2A) is a red color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Brown, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Brown has the hexadecimal code #A52A2A and RGB values of 165, 42, 42. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 59%, and lightness of 41%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Brown.
Associated Emotions
Passion, energy, excitement, power, love, anger
Symbolism & Meaning
Strength, courage, determination, danger, warning
Marketing & Branding
Creates urgency, stimulates appetite, grabs attention
Learn how to effectively use Brown in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Call-to-action buttons
- • Error messages
- • Sale/discount badges
- • Navigation highlights
Interior Design
- • Accent walls
- • Dining room decor
- • Kitchen accessories
- • Bold furniture pieces
Graphic Design
- • Headlines
- • Sale promotions
- • Warning signs
- • Logo accents
Fashion & Clothing
- • Evening wear
- • Power suits
- • Accessories
- • Statement pieces
Complete technical details and color space information for Brown.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Brown.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Brown in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Brown as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.