#5B3F2E

#5B3F2E

Overview

#5B3F2E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 63, 46, in HSL 22.7°, 32.8%, 26.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.8%, 49.5%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B3F2E

RGB

91, 63, 46

HSL

22.7, 32.8%, 26.9%

HSV

22.7, 49.5%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.8%, 49.5%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3947 0.0478 52.1

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: #5B3F2E;
color: #5B3F2E;
border-color: #5B3F2E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.57:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B3F2E?

RGB(91, 63, 46) · HSL(22.7, 32.8%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.8%, 49.5%, 64.3%)

Does #5B3F2E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B3F2E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B3F2E background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.