#502F26

#502F26

Color Values

HEX

#502F26

RGB

80, 47, 38

HSL

12.9, 35.6%, 23.1%

HSV

12.9, 52.5%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 52.5%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3438 0.0513 36.0

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: #502F26;
color: #502F26;
border-color: #502F26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #502F26?

RGB(80, 47, 38) · HSL(12.9, 35.6%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 52.5%, 68.6%)

Does #502F26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #502F26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #502F26 background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.