#5A291A

#5A291A

Color Values

HEX

#5A291A

RGB

90, 41, 26

HSL

14.1, 55.2%, 22.7%

HSV

14.1, 71.1%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.4%, 71.1%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.3452 0.0766 37.7

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: #5A291A;
color: #5A291A;
border-color: #5A291A;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A291A?

RGB(90, 41, 26) · HSL(14.1, 55.2%, 22.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.4%, 71.1%, 64.7%)

Does #5A291A meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A291A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A291A background; contrast on black is 1.77:1.