#5B2F25

#5B2F25

Color Values

HEX

#5B2F25

RGB

91, 47, 37

HSL

11.1, 42.2%, 25.1%

HSV

11.1, 59.3%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.4%, 59.3%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3599 0.0669 33.8

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: #5B2F25;
color: #5B2F25;
border-color: #5B2F25;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.88:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B2F25?

RGB(91, 47, 37) · HSL(11.1, 42.2%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.4%, 59.3%, 64.3%)

Does #5B2F25 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B2F25?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B2F25 background; contrast on black is 1.88:1.