#5A4D31

#5A4D31

Color Values

HEX

#5A4D31

RGB

90, 77, 49

HSL

41.0, 29.5%, 27.3%

HSV

41.0, 45.6%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.4%, 45.6%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4259 0.0458 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: #5A4D31;
color: #5A4D31;
border-color: #5A4D31;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A4D31?

RGB(90, 77, 49) · HSL(41.0, 29.5%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.4%, 45.6%, 64.7%)

Does #5A4D31 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A4D31?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A4D31 background; contrast on black is 2.54:1.