#5E452D

#5E452D

Overview

#5E452D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 69, 45, in HSL 29.4°, 35.3%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 26.6%, 52.1%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E452D

RGB

94, 69, 45

HSL

29.4, 35.3%, 27.3%

HSV

29.4, 52.1%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.6%, 52.1%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4114 0.0503 64.5

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: #5E452D;
color: #5E452D;
border-color: #5E452D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.88:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.37:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E452D?

RGB(94, 69, 45) · HSL(29.4, 35.3%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.6%, 52.1%, 63.1%)

Does #5E452D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.88:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E452D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E452D background; contrast on black is 2.37:1.