#5E3221

#5E3221

Color Values

HEX

#5E3221

RGB

94, 50, 33

HSL

16.7, 48.0%, 24.9%

HSV

16.7, 64.9%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.8%, 64.9%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3695 0.0695 41.5

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: #5E3221;
color: #5E3221;
border-color: #5E3221;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3221?

RGB(94, 50, 33) · HSL(16.7, 48.0%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.8%, 64.9%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3221 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3221?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3221 background; contrast on black is 1.95:1.