#5B471F

#5B471F

Color Values

HEX

#5B471F

RGB

91, 71, 31

HSL

40.0, 49.2%, 23.9%

HSV

40.0, 65.9%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.0%, 65.9%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.41 0.0627 82.7

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: #5B471F;
color: #5B471F;
border-color: #5B471F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.88:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B471F?

RGB(91, 71, 31) · HSL(40.0, 49.2%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.0%, 65.9%, 64.3%)

Does #5B471F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.88:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B471F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B471F background; contrast on black is 2.37:1.