#50371B

#50371B

Color Values

HEX

#50371B

RGB

80, 55, 27

HSL

31.7, 49.5%, 21.0%

HSV

31.7, 66.2%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.2%, 66.3%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.359 0.055 67.6

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: #50371B;
color: #50371B;
border-color: #50371B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #50371B?

RGB(80, 55, 27) · HSL(31.7, 49.5%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.2%, 66.3%, 68.6%)

Does #50371B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #50371B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #50371B background; contrast on black is 1.9:1.