#5C514B

#5C514B

Color Values

HEX

#5C514B

RGB

92, 81, 75

HSL

21.2, 10.2%, 32.7%

HSV

21.2, 18.5%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.0%, 18.5%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.4439 0.0176 50.5

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: #5C514B;
color: #5C514B;
border-color: #5C514B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.68:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C514B?

RGB(92, 81, 75) · HSL(21.2, 10.2%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.0%, 18.5%, 63.9%)

Does #5C514B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C514B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C514B background; contrast on black is 2.73:1.