#5B4624

#5B4624

Color Values

HEX

#5B4624

RGB

91, 70, 36

HSL

37.1, 43.3%, 24.9%

HSV

37.1, 60.4%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.1%, 60.4%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4084 0.0573 78.1

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: #5B4624;
color: #5B4624;
border-color: #5B4624;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4624?

RGB(91, 70, 36) · HSL(37.1, 43.3%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.1%, 60.4%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4624 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4624?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4624 background; contrast on black is 2.35:1.