#5B3C13

#5B3C13

Color Values

HEX

#5B3C13

RGB

91, 60, 19

HSL

34.2, 65.5%, 21.6%

HSV

34.2, 79.1%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.1%, 79.1%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3838 0.0702 70.1

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: #5B3C13;
color: #5B3C13;
border-color: #5B3C13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B3C13?

RGB(91, 60, 19) · HSL(34.2, 65.5%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.1%, 79.1%, 64.3%)

Does #5B3C13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B3C13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B3C13 background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.