#5A503C

#5A503C

Color Values

HEX

#5A503C

RGB

90, 80, 60

HSL

40.0, 20.0%, 29.4%

HSV

40.0, 33.3%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 33.3%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4354 0.0338 84.4

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: #5A503C;
color: #5A503C;
border-color: #5A503C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.93:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A503C?

RGB(90, 80, 60) · HSL(40.0, 20.0%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 33.3%, 64.7%)

Does #5A503C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A503C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A503C background; contrast on black is 2.65:1.