#5B4913

#5B4913

Color Values

HEX

#5B4913

RGB

91, 73, 19

HSL

45.0, 65.5%, 21.6%

HSV

45.0, 79.1%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 79.1%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4134 0.0739 89.8

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: #5B4913;
color: #5B4913;
border-color: #5B4913;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.72:1

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 #5B4913?

RGB(91, 73, 19) · HSL(45.0, 65.5%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 79.1%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4913 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4913?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4913 background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.