#503B2A

#503B2A

Color Values

HEX

#503B2A

RGB

80, 59, 42

HSL

26.8, 31.1%, 23.9%

HSV

26.8, 47.5%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.2%, 47.5%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3709 0.0404 60.1

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: #503B2A;
color: #503B2A;
border-color: #503B2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #503B2A?

RGB(80, 59, 42) · HSL(26.8, 31.1%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.2%, 47.5%, 68.6%)

Does #503B2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #503B2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #503B2A background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.