#5C4817

#5C4817

Color Values

HEX

#5C4817

RGB

92, 72, 23

HSL

42.6, 60.0%, 22.5%

HSV

42.6, 75.0%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.7%, 75.0%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.4126 0.0707 86.2

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: #5C4817;
color: #5C4817;
border-color: #5C4817;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C4817?

RGB(92, 72, 23) · HSL(42.6, 60.0%, 22.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.7%, 75.0%, 63.9%)

Does #5C4817 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C4817?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C4817 background; contrast on black is 2.39:1.