#5E2B19

#5E2B19

Overview

#5E2B19 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 43, 25, in HSL 15.7Β°, 58.0%, 23.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.3%, 73.4%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8002 Signal Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E2B19

RGB

94, 43, 25

HSL

15.7, 58.0%, 23.3%

HSV

15.7, 73.4%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.3%, 73.4%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3552 0.08 39.7

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: #5E2B19;
color: #5E2B19;
border-color: #5E2B19;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E2B19?

RGB(94, 43, 25) · HSL(15.7, 58.0%, 23.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.3%, 73.4%, 63.1%)

Does #5E2B19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E2B19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E2B19 background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.