#5C3C2C

#5C3C2C

Overview

#5C3C2C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 92, 60, 44, in HSL 20.0°, 35.3%, 26.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.8%, 52.2%, 63.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5C3C2C

RGB

92, 60, 44

HSL

20.0, 35.3%, 26.7%

HSV

20.0, 52.2%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 52.2%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.3891 0.0523 47.3

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: #5C3C2C;
color: #5C3C2C;
border-color: #5C3C2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C3C2C?

RGB(92, 60, 44) · HSL(20.0, 35.3%, 26.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 52.2%, 63.9%)

Does #5C3C2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C3C2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C3C2C background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.