#5B473C

#5B473C

Overview

#5B473C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 71, 60, in HSL 21.3°, 20.5%, 29.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 22.0%, 34.1%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B473C

RGB

91, 71, 60

HSL

21.3, 20.5%, 29.6%

HSV

21.3, 34.1%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.0%, 34.1%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4158 0.0328 50.3

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: #5B473C;
color: #5B473C;
border-color: #5B473C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B473C?

RGB(91, 71, 60) · HSL(21.3, 20.5%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.0%, 34.1%, 64.3%)

Does #5B473C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B473C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B473C background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.