#5B4841

#5B4841

Color Values

HEX

#5B4841

RGB

91, 72, 65

HSL

16.2, 16.7%, 30.6%

HSV

16.2, 28.6%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.9%, 28.6%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4194 0.0285 41.2

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: #5B4841;
color: #5B4841;
border-color: #5B4841;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4841?

RGB(91, 72, 65) · HSL(16.2, 16.7%, 30.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.9%, 28.6%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4841 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4841?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4841 background; contrast on black is 2.45:1.