#523521

#523521

Color Values

HEX

#523521

RGB

82, 53, 33

HSL

24.5, 42.6%, 22.5%

HSV

24.5, 59.8%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.4%, 59.8%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3583 0.0524 54.8

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: #523521;
color: #523521;
border-color: #523521;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523521?

RGB(82, 53, 33) · HSL(24.5, 42.6%, 22.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.4%, 59.8%, 67.8%)

Does #523521 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523521?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523521 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.