#5A442B

#5A442B

Overview

#5A442B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 90, 68, 43, in HSL 31.9°, 35.3%, 26.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 24.4%, 52.2%, 64.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5A442B

RGB

90, 68, 43

HSL

31.9, 35.3%, 26.1%

HSV

31.9, 52.2%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.4%, 52.2%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4039 0.0487 69.3

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: #5A442B;
color: #5A442B;
border-color: #5A442B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A442B?

RGB(90, 68, 43) · HSL(31.9, 35.3%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.4%, 52.2%, 64.7%)

Does #5A442B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A442B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A442B background; contrast on black is 2.3:1.