#5B5548

#5B5548

Color Values

HEX

#5B5548

RGB

91, 85, 72

HSL

41.1, 11.7%, 32.0%

HSV

41.1, 20.9%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.6%, 20.9%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4513 0.0219 86.2

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: #5B5548;
color: #5B5548;
border-color: #5B5548;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B5548?

RGB(91, 85, 72) · HSL(41.1, 11.7%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.6%, 20.9%, 64.3%)

Does #5B5548 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B5548?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B5548 background; contrast on black is 2.84:1.