#5A4921

#5A4921

Color Values

HEX

#5A4921

RGB

90, 73, 33

HSL

42.1, 46.3%, 24.1%

HSV

42.1, 63.3%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 63.3%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4138 0.0613 86.5

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: #5A4921;
color: #5A4921;
border-color: #5A4921;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A4921?

RGB(90, 73, 33) · HSL(42.1, 46.3%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 63.3%, 64.7%)

Does #5A4921 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A4921?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A4921 background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.