#5B4124

#5B4124

Color Values

HEX

#5B4124

RGB

91, 65, 36

HSL

31.6, 43.3%, 24.9%

HSV

31.6, 60.4%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.6%, 60.4%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.3971 0.0563 68.0

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: #5B4124;
color: #5B4124;
border-color: #5B4124;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4124?

RGB(91, 65, 36) · HSL(31.6, 43.3%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.6%, 60.4%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4124 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4124?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4124 background; contrast on black is 2.23:1.