#5A481F

#5A481F

Color Values

HEX

#5A481F

RGB

90, 72, 31

HSL

41.7, 48.8%, 23.7%

HSV

41.7, 65.6%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 65.6%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4112 0.0627 85.6

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: #5A481F;
color: #5A481F;
border-color: #5A481F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A481F?

RGB(90, 72, 31) · HSL(41.7, 48.8%, 23.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 65.6%, 64.7%)

Does #5A481F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A481F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A481F background; contrast on black is 2.38:1.