#5A4E40

#5A4E40

Color Values

HEX

#5A4E40

RGB

90, 78, 64

HSL

32.3, 16.9%, 30.2%

HSV

32.3, 28.9%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.3%, 28.9%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4317 0.0274 71.3

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: #5A4E40;
color: #5A4E40;
border-color: #5A4E40;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A4E40?

RGB(90, 78, 64) · HSL(32.3, 16.9%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.3%, 28.9%, 64.7%)

Does #5A4E40 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A4E40?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A4E40 background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.