#52452E

#52452E

Color Values

HEX

#52452E

RGB

82, 69, 46

HSL

38.3, 28.1%, 25.1%

HSV

38.3, 43.9%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.9%, 43.9%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.3975 0.0399 81.4

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: #52452E;
color: #52452E;
border-color: #52452E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #52452E?

RGB(82, 69, 46) · HSL(38.3, 28.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.9%, 43.9%, 67.8%)

Does #52452E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #52452E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #52452E background; contrast on black is 2.25:1.