#5B4924

#5B4924

Color Values

HEX

#5B4924

RGB

91, 73, 36

HSL

40.4, 43.3%, 24.9%

HSV

40.4, 60.4%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 60.4%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4154 0.0587 83.8

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: #5B4924;
color: #5B4924;
border-color: #5B4924;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.42:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4924?

RGB(91, 73, 36) · HSL(40.4, 43.3%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 60.4%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4924 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4924?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4924 background; contrast on black is 2.42:1.