#5D4942

#5D4942

Color Values

HEX

#5D4942

RGB

93, 73, 66

HSL

15.6, 17.0%, 31.2%

HSV

15.6, 29.0%, 36.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.5%, 29.0%, 63.5%

OKLCH

0.4242 0.0297 40.2

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: #5D4942;
color: #5D4942;
border-color: #5D4942;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5D4942?

RGB(93, 73, 66) · HSL(15.6, 17.0%, 31.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.5%, 29.0%, 63.5%)

Does #5D4942 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5D4942?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5D4942 background; contrast on black is 2.5:1.