#5E3A2F

#5E3A2F

Overview

#5E3A2F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 58, 47, in HSL 14.0°, 33.3%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.3%, 50.0%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8015 Chestnut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E3A2F

RGB

94, 58, 47

HSL

14.0, 33.3%, 27.6%

HSV

14.0, 50.0%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.3%, 50.0%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3883 0.0547 37.7

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: #5E3A2F;
color: #5E3A2F;
border-color: #5E3A2F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.12:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3A2F?

RGB(94, 58, 47) · HSL(14.0, 33.3%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.3%, 50.0%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3A2F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3A2F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3A2F background; contrast on black is 2.12:1.