#502E17

#502E17

Overview

#502E17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 80, 46, 23, in HSL 24.2°, 55.3%, 20.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.5%, 71.2%, 68.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#502E17

RGB

80, 46, 23

HSL

24.2, 55.3%, 20.2%

HSV

24.2, 71.2%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.5%, 71.2%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3388 0.0611 53.2

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: #502E17;
color: #502E17;
border-color: #502E17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #502E17?

RGB(80, 46, 23) · HSL(24.2, 55.3%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.5%, 71.2%, 68.6%)

Does #502E17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #502E17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #502E17 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.