#52421A

#52421A

Color Values

HEX

#52421A

RGB

82, 66, 26

HSL

42.9, 51.9%, 21.2%

HSV

42.9, 68.3%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.5%, 68.3%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3869 0.0607 87.4

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: #52421A;
color: #52421A;
border-color: #52421A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #52421A?

RGB(82, 66, 26) · HSL(42.9, 51.9%, 21.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.5%, 68.3%, 67.8%)

Does #52421A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #52421A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #52421A background; contrast on black is 2.15:1.