#5E3121

#5E3121

Color Values

HEX

#5E3121

RGB

94, 49, 33

HSL

15.7, 48.0%, 24.9%

HSV

15.7, 64.9%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.9%, 64.9%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3676 0.0705 40.1

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: #5E3121;
color: #5E3121;
border-color: #5E3121;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.84:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.94:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3121?

RGB(94, 49, 33) · HSL(15.7, 48.0%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.9%, 64.9%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3121 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3121?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3121 background; contrast on black is 1.94:1.