#523A2E

#523A2E

Color Values

HEX

#523A2E

RGB

82, 58, 46

HSL

20.0, 28.1%, 25.1%

HSV

20.0, 43.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.3%, 43.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3721 0.0396 47.6

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: #523A2E;
color: #523A2E;
border-color: #523A2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523A2E?

RGB(82, 58, 46) · HSL(20.0, 28.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.3%, 43.9%, 67.8%)

Does #523A2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523A2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523A2E background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.