#523F1C

#523F1C

Overview

#523F1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 82, 63, 28, in HSL 38.9°, 49.1%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.2%, 65.9%, 67.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#523F1C

RGB

82, 63, 28

HSL

38.9, 49.1%, 21.6%

HSV

38.9, 65.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 65.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3801 0.0571 80.9

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: #523F1C;
color: #523F1C;
border-color: #523F1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.06:1

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 #523F1C?

RGB(82, 63, 28) · HSL(38.9, 49.1%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 65.9%, 67.8%)

Does #523F1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #523F1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #523F1C background; contrast on black is 2.09:1.