#5C3F17

#5C3F17

Overview

#5C3F17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 92, 63, 23, in HSL 34.8°, 60.0%, 22.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 63.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5C3F17

RGB

92, 63, 23

HSL

34.8, 60.0%, 22.5%

HSV

34.8, 75.0%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.3922 0.0681 72.0

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: #5C3F17;
color: #5C3F17;
border-color: #5C3F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C3F17?

RGB(92, 63, 23) · HSL(34.8, 60.0%, 22.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.5%, 75.0%, 63.9%)

Does #5C3F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C3F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C3F17 background; contrast on black is 2.18:1.