#5E3B2F

#5E3B2F

Overview

#5E3B2F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 59, 47, in HSL 15.3°, 33.3%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.2%, 50.0%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E3B2F

RGB

94, 59, 47

HSL

15.3, 33.3%, 27.6%

HSV

15.3, 50.0%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.2%, 50.0%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3904 0.0538 39.7

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: #5E3B2F;
color: #5E3B2F;
border-color: #5E3B2F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3B2F?

RGB(94, 59, 47) · HSL(15.3, 33.3%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.2%, 50.0%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3B2F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3B2F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3B2F background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.