#5B5340

#5B5340

Color Values

HEX

#5B5340

RGB

91, 83, 64

HSL

42.2, 17.4%, 30.4%

HSV

42.2, 29.7%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.8%, 29.7%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4445 0.0313 87.9

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: #5B5340;
color: #5B5340;
border-color: #5B5340;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B5340?

RGB(91, 83, 64) · HSL(42.2, 17.4%, 30.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.8%, 29.7%, 64.3%)

Does #5B5340 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B5340?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B5340 background; contrast on black is 2.76:1.