#5A3721

#5A3721

Color Values

HEX

#5A3721

RGB

90, 55, 33

HSL

23.2, 46.3%, 24.1%

HSV

23.2, 63.3%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.9%, 63.3%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.3737 0.0607 52.1

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: #5A3721;
color: #5A3721;
border-color: #5A3721;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A3721?

RGB(90, 55, 33) · HSL(23.2, 46.3%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.9%, 63.3%, 64.7%)

Does #5A3721 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A3721?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A3721 background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.