#524D44

#524D44

Color Values

HEX

#524D44

RGB

82, 77, 68

HSL

38.6, 9.3%, 29.4%

HSV

38.6, 17.1%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.1%, 17.1%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.4222 0.0159 82.4

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: #524D44;
color: #524D44;
border-color: #524D44;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.39:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #524D44?

RGB(82, 77, 68) · HSL(38.6, 9.3%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.1%, 17.1%, 67.8%)

Does #524D44 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #524D44?

Use FFFFFF text on a #524D44 background; contrast on black is 2.5:1.