#523B1B

#523B1B

Color Values

HEX

#523B1B

RGB

82, 59, 27

HSL

34.9, 50.5%, 21.4%

HSV

34.9, 67.1%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.0%, 67.1%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3707 0.0569 73.5

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: #523B1B;
color: #523B1B;
border-color: #523B1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.5:1

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 #523B1B?

RGB(82, 59, 27) · HSL(34.9, 50.5%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.0%, 67.1%, 67.8%)

Does #523B1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523B1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523B1B background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.