#5B301F

#5B301F

Color Values

HEX

#5B301F

RGB

91, 48, 31

HSL

17.0, 49.2%, 23.9%

HSV

17.0, 65.9%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.3%, 65.9%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3607 0.0685 41.9

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: #5B301F;
color: #5B301F;
border-color: #5B301F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B301F?

RGB(91, 48, 31) · HSL(17.0, 49.2%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.3%, 65.9%, 64.3%)

Does #5B301F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B301F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B301F background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.