#5E271A

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E271A?

RGB(94, 39, 26), HSL(11.5, 56.7%, 23.5%), CMYK(0.0%, 58.5%, 72.3%, 63.1%).

Q: Does #5E271A meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.79:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#5E271A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 39, 26, in HSL 11.5°, 56.7%, 23.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 58.5%, 72.3%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8012 Red Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E271A

RGB

94, 39, 26

HSL

11.5, 56.7%, 23.5%

HSV

11.5, 72.3%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 58.5%, 72.3%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3484 0.084 34.6

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 8012 Red Brown

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.