#5E3C13

#5E3C13

Color Values

HEX

#5E3C13

RGB

94, 60, 19

HSL

32.8, 66.4%, 22.2%

HSV

32.8, 79.8%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.2%, 79.8%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.3879 0.0726 67.3

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: #5E3C13;
color: #5E3C13;
border-color: #5E3C13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E3C13?

RGB(94, 60, 19) · HSL(32.8, 66.4%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.2%, 79.8%, 63.1%)

Does #5E3C13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E3C13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E3C13 background; contrast on black is 2.13:1.