#532C17

#532C17

Overview

#532C17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 83, 44, 23, in HSL 21.0°, 56.6%, 20.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 47.0%, 72.3%, 67.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#532C17

RGB

83, 44, 23

HSL

21.0, 56.6%, 20.8%

HSV

21.0, 72.3%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.0%, 72.3%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.3392 0.0662 47.7

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: #532C17;
color: #532C17;
border-color: #532C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #532C17?

RGB(83, 44, 23) · HSL(21.0, 56.6%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.0%, 72.3%, 67.5%)

Does #532C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #532C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #532C17 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.