#5C422E

#5C422E

Color Values

HEX

#5C422E

RGB

92, 66, 46

HSL

26.1, 33.3%, 27.1%

HSV

26.1, 50.0%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.3%, 50.0%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.4025 0.0478 58.4

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: #5C422E;
color: #5C422E;
border-color: #5C422E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C422E?

RGB(92, 66, 46) · HSL(26.1, 33.3%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.3%, 50.0%, 63.9%)

Does #5C422E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C422E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C422E background; contrast on black is 2.27:1.