#5D481D

#5D481D

Color Values

HEX

#5D481D

RGB

93, 72, 29

HSL

40.3, 52.5%, 23.9%

HSV

40.3, 68.8%, 36.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.6%, 68.8%, 63.5%

OKLCH

0.4145 0.066 82.9

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: #5D481D;
color: #5D481D;
border-color: #5D481D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5D481D?

RGB(93, 72, 29) · HSL(40.3, 52.5%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.6%, 68.8%, 63.5%)

Does #5D481D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5D481D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5D481D background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.