#5E431B

#5E431B

Overview

#5E431B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 67, 27, in HSL 35.8°, 55.4%, 23.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.7%, 71.3%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E431B

RGB

94, 67, 27

HSL

35.8, 55.4%, 23.7%

HSV

35.8, 71.3%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.7%, 71.3%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4041 0.0668 74.5

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: #5E431B;
color: #5E431B;
border-color: #5E431B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E431B?

RGB(94, 67, 27) · HSL(35.8, 55.4%, 23.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.7%, 71.3%, 63.1%)

Does #5E431B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E431B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E431B background; contrast on black is 2.29:1.