#524B46

#524B46

Color Values

HEX

#524B46

RGB

82, 75, 70

HSL

25.0, 7.9%, 29.8%

HSV

25.0, 14.6%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.5%, 14.6%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.4181 0.0125 57.9

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: #524B46;
color: #524B46;
border-color: #524B46;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #524B46?

RGB(82, 75, 70) · HSL(25.0, 7.9%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.5%, 14.6%, 67.8%)

Does #524B46 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #524B46?

Use FFFFFF text on a #524B46 background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.