#5D5239

#5D5239

Color Values

HEX

#5D5239

RGB

93, 82, 57

HSL

41.7, 24.0%, 29.4%

HSV

41.7, 38.7%, 36.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.8%, 38.7%, 63.5%

OKLCH

0.4426 0.0408 86.9

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: #5D5239;
color: #5D5239;
border-color: #5D5239;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.69:1

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 #5D5239?

RGB(93, 82, 57) · HSL(41.7, 24.0%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.8%, 38.7%, 63.5%)

Does #5D5239 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5D5239?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5D5239 background; contrast on black is 2.73:1.