#5B381B

#5B381B

Color Values

HEX

#5B381B

RGB

91, 56, 27

HSL

27.2, 54.2%, 23.1%

HSV

27.2, 70.3%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.5%, 70.3%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3762 0.0655 58.5

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: #5B381B;
color: #5B381B;
border-color: #5B381B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.03:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B381B?

RGB(91, 56, 27) · HSL(27.2, 54.2%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.5%, 70.3%, 64.3%)

Does #5B381B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B381B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B381B background; contrast on black is 2.03:1.