#5E381F

#5E381F

Color Values

HEX

#5E381F

RGB

94, 56, 31

HSL

23.8, 50.4%, 24.5%

HSV

23.8, 67.0%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.4%, 67.0%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3811 0.0661 52.8

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: #5E381F;
color: #5E381F;
border-color: #5E381F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.19:1

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 #5E381F?

RGB(94, 56, 31) · HSL(23.8, 50.4%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.4%, 67.0%, 63.1%)

Does #5E381F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E381F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E381F background; contrast on black is 2.06:1.