#5E4232

#5E4232

Color Values

HEX

#5E4232

RGB

94, 66, 50

HSL

21.8, 30.6%, 28.2%

HSV

21.8, 46.8%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.8%, 46.8%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4059 0.0467 50.7

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: #5E4232;
color: #5E4232;
border-color: #5E4232;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4232?

RGB(94, 66, 50) · HSL(21.8, 30.6%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.8%, 46.8%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4232 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4232?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4232 background; contrast on black is 2.3:1.