#5E3812

#5E3812

Overview

#5E3812 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 56, 18, in HSL 30.0Β°, 67.9%, 22.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.4%, 80.9%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E3812

RGB

94, 56, 18

HSL

30.0, 67.9%, 22.0%

HSV

30.0, 80.9%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.4%, 80.9%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3794 0.0743 61.8

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: #5E3812;
color: #5E3812;
border-color: #5E3812;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3812?

RGB(94, 56, 18) · HSL(30.0, 67.9%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.4%, 80.9%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3812 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3812?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3812 background; contrast on black is 2.05:1.