#504B44

#504B44

Color Values

HEX

#504B44

RGB

80, 75, 68

HSL

35.0, 8.1%, 29.0%

HSV

35.0, 15.0%, 31.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.2%, 15.0%, 68.6%

OKLCH

0.4154 0.0132 76.5

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: #504B44;
color: #504B44;
border-color: #504B44;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #504B44?

RGB(80, 75, 68) · HSL(35.0, 8.1%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.2%, 15.0%, 68.6%)

Does #504B44 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #504B44?

Use FFFFFF text on a #504B44 background; contrast on black is 2.43:1.