#522A12

#522A12

Color Values

HEX

#522A12

RGB

82, 42, 18

HSL

22.5, 64.0%, 19.6%

HSV

22.5, 78.0%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.8%, 78.0%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.333 0.0692 49.4

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: #522A12;
color: #522A12;
border-color: #522A12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #522A12?

RGB(82, 42, 18) · HSL(22.5, 64.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.8%, 78.0%, 67.8%)

Does #522A12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #522A12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #522A12 background; contrast on black is 1.7:1.