#5A372C

#5A372C

Overview

#5A372C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 90, 55, 44, in HSL 14.3°, 34.3%, 26.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.9%, 51.1%, 64.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5A372C

RGB

90, 55, 44

HSL

14.3, 34.3%, 26.3%

HSV

14.3, 51.1%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.9%, 51.1%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.3759 0.0538 38.2

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: #5A372C;
color: #5A372C;
border-color: #5A372C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A372C?

RGB(90, 55, 44) · HSL(14.3, 34.3%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.9%, 51.1%, 64.7%)

Does #5A372C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A372C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A372C background; contrast on black is 2.02:1.