#5B2F1F

#5B2F1F

Color Values

HEX

#5B2F1F

RGB

91, 47, 31

HSL

16.0, 49.2%, 23.9%

HSV

16.0, 65.9%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.4%, 65.9%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3588 0.0695 40.5

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: #5B2F1F;
color: #5B2F1F;
border-color: #5B2F1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.22:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B2F1F?

RGB(91, 47, 31) · HSL(16.0, 49.2%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.4%, 65.9%, 64.3%)

Does #5B2F1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.22:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B2F1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B2F1F background; contrast on black is 1.87:1.