#5E4722

#5E4722

Color Values

HEX

#5E4722

RGB

94, 71, 34

HSL

37.0, 46.9%, 25.1%

HSV

37.0, 63.8%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.5%, 63.8%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.414 0.0615 77.6

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: #5E4722;
color: #5E4722;
border-color: #5E4722;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4722?

RGB(94, 71, 34) · HSL(37.0, 46.9%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.5%, 63.8%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4722 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4722?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4722 background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.