#524E4A

#524E4A

Color Values

HEX

#524E4A

RGB

82, 78, 74

HSL

30.0, 5.1%, 30.6%

HSV

30.0, 9.8%, 32.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.9%, 9.8%, 67.8%

OKLCH

0.4264 0.0084 67.6

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: #524E4A;
color: #524E4A;
border-color: #524E4A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.55:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #524E4A?

RGB(82, 78, 74) · HSL(30.0, 5.1%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.9%, 9.8%, 67.8%)

Does #524E4A meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #524E4A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #524E4A background; contrast on black is 2.55:1.