#5B3311

#5B3311

Color Values

HEX

#5B3311

RGB

91, 51, 17

HSL

27.6, 68.5%, 21.2%

HSV

27.6, 81.3%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.0%, 81.3%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3647 0.0741 57.3

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: #5B3311;
color: #5B3311;
border-color: #5B3311;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B3311?

RGB(91, 51, 17) · HSL(27.6, 68.5%, 21.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.0%, 81.3%, 64.3%)

Does #5B3311 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B3311?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B3311 background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.