#523E2D

#523E2D

Color Values

HEX

#523E2D

RGB

82, 62, 45

HSL

27.6, 29.1%, 24.9%

HSV

27.6, 45.1%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.4%, 45.1%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3809 0.0391 61.6

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: #523E2D;
color: #523E2D;
border-color: #523E2D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #523E2D?

RGB(82, 62, 45) · HSL(27.6, 29.1%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.4%, 45.1%, 67.8%)

Does #523E2D meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523E2D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523E2D background; contrast on black is 2.09:1.