#534E41

#534E41

Color Values

HEX

#534E41

RGB

83, 78, 65

HSL

43.3, 12.2%, 29.0%

HSV

43.3, 21.7%, 32.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.0%, 21.7%, 67.5%

OKLCH

0.4247 0.0217 89.5

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: #534E41;
color: #534E41;
border-color: #534E41;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.29:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #534E41?

RGB(83, 78, 65) · HSL(43.3, 12.2%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.0%, 21.7%, 67.5%)

Does #534E41 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.29:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #534E41?

Use FFFFFF text on a #534E41 background; contrast on black is 2.53:1.