#5B2F26

#5B2F26

Overview

#5B2F26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 47, 38, in HSL 10.2°, 41.1%, 25.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 48.4%, 58.2%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B2F26

RGB

91, 47, 38

HSL

10.2, 41.1%, 25.3%

HSV

10.2, 58.2%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.4%, 58.2%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3602 0.0665 32.6

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: #5B2F26;
color: #5B2F26;
border-color: #5B2F26;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.88:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B2F26?

RGB(91, 47, 38) · HSL(10.2, 41.1%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.4%, 58.2%, 64.3%)

Does #5B2F26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B2F26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B2F26 background; contrast on black is 1.88:1.