#5E4636

#5E4636

Overview

#5E4636 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 70, 54, in HSL 24.0°, 27.0%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.5%, 42.6%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E4636

RGB

94, 70, 54

HSL

24.0, 27.0%, 29.0%

HSV

24.0, 42.6%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.5%, 42.6%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4156 0.0417 55.0

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: #5E4636;
color: #5E4636;
border-color: #5E4636;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.73:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4636?

RGB(94, 70, 54) · HSL(24.0, 27.0%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.5%, 42.6%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4636 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4636?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4636 background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.