#5B2E13

#5B2E13

Overview

#5B2E13 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 46, 19, in HSL 22.5°, 65.5%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 49.5%, 79.1%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B2E13

RGB

91, 46, 19

HSL

22.5, 65.5%, 21.6%

HSV

22.5, 79.1%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.5%, 79.1%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3551 0.0763 49.1

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: #5B2E13;
color: #5B2E13;
border-color: #5B2E13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B2E13?

RGB(91, 46, 19) · HSL(22.5, 65.5%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.5%, 79.1%, 64.3%)

Does #5B2E13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B2E13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B2E13 background; contrast on black is 1.85:1.