#5B3E2C

#5B3E2C

Overview

#5B3E2C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 62, 44, in HSL 23.0°, 34.8%, 26.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.9%, 51.6%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B3E2C

RGB

91, 62, 44

HSL

23.0, 34.8%, 26.5%

HSV

23.0, 51.6%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.9%, 51.6%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3921 0.0499 52.6

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: #5B3E2C;
color: #5B3E2C;
border-color: #5B3E2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.68:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B3E2C?

RGB(91, 62, 44) · HSL(23.0, 34.8%, 26.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.9%, 51.6%, 64.3%)

Does #5B3E2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B3E2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B3E2C background; contrast on black is 2.17:1.