#5B4528

#5B4528

Color Values

HEX

#5B4528

RGB

91, 69, 40

HSL

34.1, 38.9%, 25.7%

HSV

34.1, 56.0%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.2%, 56.0%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4068 0.0528 73.1

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: #5B4528;
color: #5B4528;
border-color: #5B4528;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4528?

RGB(91, 69, 40) · HSL(34.1, 38.9%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.2%, 56.0%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4528 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4528?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4528 background; contrast on black is 2.33:1.