#5B493F

#5B493F

Color Values

HEX

#5B493F

RGB

91, 73, 63

HSL

21.4, 18.2%, 30.2%

HSV

21.4, 30.8%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 30.8%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4211 0.0295 50.6

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: #5B493F;
color: #5B493F;
border-color: #5B493F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B493F?

RGB(91, 73, 63) · HSL(21.4, 18.2%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 30.8%, 64.3%)

Does #5B493F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B493F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B493F background; contrast on black is 2.47:1.