#5C2917

#5C2917

Color Values

HEX

#5C2917

RGB

92, 41, 23

HSL

15.7, 60.0%, 22.5%

HSV

15.7, 75.0%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 55.4%, 75.0%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.348 0.0803 39.6

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: #5C2917;
color: #5C2917;
border-color: #5C2917;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C2917?

RGB(92, 41, 23) · HSL(15.7, 60.0%, 22.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 55.4%, 75.0%, 63.9%)

Does #5C2917 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C2917?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C2917 background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.