#502B13

#502B13

Color Values

HEX

#502B13

RGB

80, 43, 19

HSL

23.6, 61.6%, 19.4%

HSV

23.6, 76.2%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.2%, 76.3%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.332 0.0656 51.5

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #502B13;
color: #502B13;
border-color: #502B13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #502B13?

RGB(80, 43, 19) · HSL(23.6, 61.6%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.2%, 76.3%, 68.6%)

Does #502B13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #502B13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #502B13 background; contrast on black is 1.7:1.