#5B4736

#5B4736

Color Values

HEX

#5B4736

RGB

91, 71, 54

HSL

27.6, 25.5%, 28.4%

HSV

27.6, 40.7%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.0%, 40.7%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4143 0.0384 61.8

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: #5B4736;
color: #5B4736;
border-color: #5B4736;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4736?

RGB(91, 71, 54) · HSL(27.6, 25.5%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.0%, 40.7%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4736 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4736?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4736 background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.