#5E3717

#5E3717

Color Values

HEX

#5E3717

RGB

94, 55, 23

HSL

27.0, 60.7%, 22.9%

HSV

27.0, 75.5%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.5%, 75.5%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3779 0.0718 57.4

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: #5E3717;
color: #5E3717;
border-color: #5E3717;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.03:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3717?

RGB(94, 55, 23) · HSL(27.0, 60.7%, 22.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.5%, 75.5%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3717 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3717?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3717 background; contrast on black is 2.03:1.