#5B502F

#5B502F

Overview

#5B502F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 91, 80, 47, in HSL 45.0°, 31.9%, 27.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 12.1%, 48.4%, 64.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#5B502F

RGB

91, 80, 47

HSL

45.0, 31.9%, 27.1%

HSV

45.0, 48.4%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.1%, 48.4%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4337 0.0512 91.6

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: #5B502F;
color: #5B502F;
border-color: #5B502F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.97:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B502F?

RGB(91, 80, 47) · HSL(45.0, 31.9%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.1%, 48.4%, 64.3%)

Does #5B502F meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.97:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B502F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B502F background; contrast on black is 2.63:1.