#5B3522

#5B3522

Color Values

HEX

#5B3522

RGB

91, 53, 34

HSL

20.0, 45.6%, 24.5%

HSV

20.0, 62.6%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.8%, 62.6%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3712 0.0626 46.8

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: #5B3522;
color: #5B3522;
border-color: #5B3522;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B3522?

RGB(91, 53, 34) · HSL(20.0, 45.6%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.8%, 62.6%, 64.3%)

Does #5B3522 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B3522?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B3522 background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.