#5C401E

#5C401E

Overview

#5C401E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 92, 64, 30, in HSL 32.9°, 50.8%, 23.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.4%, 67.4%, 63.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5C401E

RGB

92, 64, 30

HSL

32.9, 50.8%, 23.9%

HSV

32.9, 67.4%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.4%, 67.4%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.3953 0.0625 69.6

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: #5C401E;
color: #5C401E;
border-color: #5C401E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C401E?

RGB(92, 64, 30) · HSL(32.9, 50.8%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.4%, 67.4%, 63.9%)

Does #5C401E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C401E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C401E background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.