#5A3817

#5A3817

Color Values

HEX

#5A3817

RGB

90, 56, 23

HSL

29.6, 59.3%, 22.2%

HSV

29.6, 74.4%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.8%, 74.4%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.3743 0.0673 62.2

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: #5A3817;
color: #5A3817;
border-color: #5A3817;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A3817?

RGB(90, 56, 23) · HSL(29.6, 59.3%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.8%, 74.4%, 64.7%)

Does #5A3817 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A3817?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A3817 background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.