#523D10

#523D10

Overview

#523D10 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 82, 61, 16, in HSL 40.9°, 67.3%, 19.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.6%, 80.5%, 67.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#523D10

RGB

82, 61, 16

HSL

40.9, 67.3%, 19.2%

HSV

40.9, 80.5%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.6%, 80.5%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.374 0.0666 82.7

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: #523D10;
color: #523D10;
border-color: #523D10;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.03:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523D10?

RGB(82, 61, 16) · HSL(40.9, 67.3%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.6%, 80.5%, 67.8%)

Does #523D10 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523D10?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523D10 background; contrast on black is 2.03:1.