#523717

#523717

Color Values

HEX

#523717

RGB

82, 55, 23

HSL

32.5, 56.2%, 20.6%

HSV

32.5, 72.0%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.9%, 72.0%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3611 0.0601 68.4

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: #523717;
color: #523717;
border-color: #523717;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.92:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523717?

RGB(82, 55, 23) · HSL(32.5, 56.2%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.9%, 72.0%, 67.8%)

Does #523717 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523717?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523717 background; contrast on black is 1.92:1.