#523C2E

#523C2E

Color Values

HEX

#523C2E

RGB

82, 60, 46

HSL

23.3, 28.1%, 25.1%

HSV

23.3, 43.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.8%, 43.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3766 0.0386 53.7

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: #523C2E;
color: #523C2E;
border-color: #523C2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523C2E?

RGB(82, 60, 46) · HSL(23.3, 28.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.8%, 43.9%, 67.8%)

Does #523C2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523C2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523C2E background; contrast on black is 2.04:1.