#5E4939

#5E4939

Color Values

HEX

#5E4939

RGB

94, 73, 57

HSL

25.9, 24.5%, 29.6%

HSV

25.9, 39.4%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.3%, 39.4%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.423 0.0383 58.8

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: #5E4939;
color: #5E4939;
border-color: #5E4939;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4939?

RGB(94, 73, 57) · HSL(25.9, 24.5%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.3%, 39.4%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4939 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4939?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4939 background; contrast on black is 2.49:1.