#5D3E37

#5D3E37

Overview

#5D3E37 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 93, 62, 55, in HSL 11.1Β°, 25.7%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.3%, 40.9%, 63.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5D3E37

RGB

93, 62, 55

HSL

11.1, 25.7%, 29.0%

HSV

11.1, 40.9%, 36.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.3%, 40.9%, 63.5%

OKLCH

0.3973 0.0456 33.2

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: #5D3E37;
color: #5D3E37;
border-color: #5D3E37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5D3E37?

RGB(93, 62, 55) · HSL(11.1, 25.7%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.3%, 40.9%, 63.5%)

Does #5D3E37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5D3E37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5D3E37 background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.