#503E1F

#503E1F

Overview

#503E1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 80, 62, 31, in HSL 38.0°, 44.1%, 21.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.5%, 61.2%, 68.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#503E1F

RGB

80, 62, 31

HSL

38.0, 44.1%, 21.8%

HSV

38.0, 61.2%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.5%, 61.2%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.3758 0.0525 79.7

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: #503E1F;
color: #503E1F;
border-color: #503E1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #503E1F?

RGB(80, 62, 31) · HSL(38.0, 44.1%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.5%, 61.2%, 68.6%)

Does #503E1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #503E1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #503E1F background; contrast on black is 2.05:1.