#5B4A2B

#5B4A2B

Color Values

HEX

#5B4A2B

RGB

91, 74, 43

HSL

38.8, 35.8%, 26.3%

HSV

38.8, 52.7%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.7%, 52.7%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4189 0.0515 81.6

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: #5B4A2B;
color: #5B4A2B;
border-color: #5B4A2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B4A2B?

RGB(91, 74, 43) · HSL(38.8, 35.8%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.7%, 52.7%, 64.3%)

Does #5B4A2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B4A2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B4A2B background; contrast on black is 2.46:1.