#5C3E21

#5C3E21

Color Values

HEX

#5C3E21

RGB

92, 62, 33

HSL

29.5, 47.2%, 24.5%

HSV

29.5, 64.1%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.6%, 64.1%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.3913 0.0601 63.5

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: #5C3E21;
color: #5C3E21;
border-color: #5C3E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C3E21?

RGB(92, 62, 33) · HSL(29.5, 47.2%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.6%, 64.1%, 63.9%)

Does #5C3E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C3E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C3E21 background; contrast on black is 2.17:1.