#523C37

#523C37

Color Values

HEX

#523C37

RGB

82, 60, 55

HSL

11.1, 19.7%, 26.9%

HSV

11.1, 32.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.8%, 32.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.379 0.0324 33.1

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: #523C37;
color: #523C37;
border-color: #523C37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.19:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523C37?

RGB(82, 60, 55) · HSL(11.1, 19.7%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.8%, 32.9%, 67.8%)

Does #523C37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523C37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523C37 background; contrast on black is 2.06:1.