#5C5548

#5C5548

Color Values

HEX

#5C5548

RGB

92, 85, 72

HSL

39.0, 12.2%, 32.2%

HSV

39.0, 21.7%, 36.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.6%, 21.7%, 63.9%

OKLCH

0.4523 0.0224 83.0

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: #5C5548;
color: #5C5548;
border-color: #5C5548;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5C5548?

RGB(92, 85, 72) · HSL(39.0, 12.2%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.6%, 21.7%, 63.9%)

Does #5C5548 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5C5548?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5C5548 background; contrast on black is 2.85:1.