#524B40

#524B40

Color Values

HEX

#524B40

RGB

82, 75, 64

HSL

36.7, 12.3%, 28.6%

HSV

36.7, 22.0%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.5%, 22.0%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.4163 0.02 79.2

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: #524B40;
color: #524B40;
border-color: #524B40;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.61:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.44:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #524B40?

RGB(82, 75, 64) · HSL(36.7, 12.3%, 28.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.5%, 22.0%, 67.8%)

Does #524B40 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #524B40?

Use FFFFFF text on a #524B40 background; contrast on black is 2.44:1.