#5A5442

#5A5442

Color Values

HEX

#5A5442

RGB

90, 84, 66

HSL

45.0, 15.4%, 30.6%

HSV

45.0, 26.7%, 35.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.7%, 26.7%, 64.7%

OKLCH

0.4463 0.0291 91.8

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: #5A5442;
color: #5A5442;
border-color: #5A5442;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.55:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5A5442?

RGB(90, 84, 66) · HSL(45.0, 15.4%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.7%, 26.7%, 64.7%)

Does #5A5442 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.55:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5A5442?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5A5442 background; contrast on black is 2.78:1.