#5A331D

#5A331D

Color Values

HEX

#5A331D

RGB

90, 51, 29

HSL

21.6, 51.3%, 23.3%

HSV

21.6, 67.8%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.3%, 67.8%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.3648 0.0659 49.1

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: #5A331D;
color: #5A331D;
border-color: #5A331D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A331D?

RGB(90, 51, 29) · HSL(21.6, 51.3%, 23.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.3%, 67.8%, 64.7%)

Does #5A331D meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A331D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A331D background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.