#503C1A

#503C1A

Color Values

HEX

#503C1A

RGB

80, 60, 26

HSL

37.8, 50.9%, 20.8%

HSV

37.8, 67.5%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 67.5%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3703 0.0567 78.7

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: #503C1A;
color: #503C1A;
border-color: #503C1A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.49:1

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 #503C1A?

RGB(80, 60, 26) · HSL(37.8, 50.9%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 67.5%, 68.6%)

Does #503C1A meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #503C1A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #503C1A background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.