#5E372C

#5E372C

Overview

#5E372C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 55, 44, in HSL 13.2°, 36.2%, 27.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.5%, 53.2%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E372C

RGB

94, 55, 44

HSL

13.2, 36.2%, 27.1%

HSV

13.2, 53.2%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.5%, 53.2%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3816 0.0592 36.5

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: #5E372C;
color: #5E372C;
border-color: #5E372C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.2:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E372C?

RGB(94, 55, 44) · HSL(13.2, 36.2%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.5%, 53.2%, 63.1%)

Does #5E372C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E372C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E372C background; contrast on black is 2.06:1.