#523C0F

#523C0F

Color Values

HEX

#523C0F

RGB

82, 60, 15

HSL

40.3, 69.1%, 19.0%

HSV

40.3, 81.7%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.8%, 81.7%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3716 0.067 81.4

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: #523C0F;
color: #523C0F;
border-color: #523C0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523C0F?

RGB(82, 60, 15) · HSL(40.3, 69.1%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.8%, 81.7%, 67.8%)

Does #523C0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523C0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523C0F background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.