#5A5249

#5A5249

Color Values

HEX

#5A5249

RGB

90, 82, 73

HSL

31.8, 10.4%, 32.0%

HSV

31.8, 18.9%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.9%, 18.9%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4435 0.0178 70.6

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: #5A5249;
color: #5A5249;
border-color: #5A5249;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A5249?

RGB(90, 82, 73) · HSL(31.8, 10.4%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.9%, 18.9%, 64.7%)

Does #5A5249 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A5249?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A5249 background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.