#5E402F

#5E402F

Overview

#5E402F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 64, 47, in HSL 21.7°, 33.3%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 31.9%, 50.0%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E402F

RGB

94, 64, 47

HSL

21.7, 33.3%, 27.6%

HSV

21.7, 50.0%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.9%, 50.0%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4009 0.0501 50.4

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: #5E402F;
color: #5E402F;
border-color: #5E402F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E402F?

RGB(94, 64, 47) · HSL(21.7, 33.3%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.9%, 50.0%, 63.1%)

Does #5E402F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E402F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E402F background; contrast on black is 2.25:1.