#5E4431

#5E4431

Overview

#5E4431 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 68, 49, in HSL 25.3°, 31.5%, 28.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.7%, 47.9%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E4431

RGB

94, 68, 49

HSL

25.3, 31.5%, 28.0%

HSV

25.3, 47.9%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.7%, 47.9%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4101 0.0468 57.2

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: #5E4431;
color: #5E4431;
border-color: #5E4431;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4431?

RGB(94, 68, 49) · HSL(25.3, 31.5%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.7%, 47.9%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4431 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4431?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4431 background; contrast on black is 2.35:1.