#502F17

#502F17

Color Values

HEX

#502F17

RGB

80, 47, 23

HSL

25.3, 55.3%, 20.2%

HSV

25.3, 71.2%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 71.2%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3409 0.0606 55.1

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: #502F17;
color: #502F17;
border-color: #502F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.93:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #502F17?

RGB(80, 47, 23) · HSL(25.3, 55.3%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 71.2%, 68.6%)

Does #502F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #502F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #502F17 background; contrast on black is 1.76:1.