#5B503C

#5B503C

Color Values

HEX

#5B503C

RGB

91, 80, 60

HSL

38.7, 20.5%, 29.6%

HSV

38.7, 34.1%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.1%, 34.1%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4364 0.0343 82.3

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: #5B503C;
color: #5B503C;
border-color: #5B503C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B503C?

RGB(91, 80, 60) · HSL(38.7, 20.5%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.1%, 34.1%, 64.3%)

Does #5B503C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B503C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B503C background; contrast on black is 2.66:1.