#522211

#522211

Color Values

HEX

#522211

RGB

82, 34, 17

HSL

15.7, 65.7%, 19.4%

HSV

15.7, 79.3%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 58.5%, 79.3%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3179 0.0771 39.5

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: #522211;
color: #522211;
border-color: #522211;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.16:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #522211?

RGB(82, 34, 17) · HSL(15.7, 65.7%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 58.5%, 79.3%, 67.8%)

Does #522211 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.16:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #522211?

Use FFFFFF text on a #522211 background; contrast on black is 1.6:1.