#5C4221

#5C4221

Color Values

HEX

#5C4221

RGB

92, 66, 33

HSL

33.6, 47.2%, 24.5%

HSV

33.6, 64.1%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.3%, 64.1%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.4002 0.0599 71.2

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: #5C4221;
color: #5C4221;
border-color: #5C4221;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.31:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.26:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C4221?

RGB(92, 66, 33) · HSL(33.6, 47.2%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.3%, 64.1%, 63.9%)

Does #5C4221 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.31:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C4221?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C4221 background; contrast on black is 2.26:1.