#5E4B27

#5E4B27

Color Values

HEX

#5E4B27

RGB

94, 75, 39

HSL

39.3, 41.4%, 26.1%

HSV

39.3, 58.5%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.2%, 58.5%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.424 0.0581 82.1

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: #5E4B27;
color: #5E4B27;
border-color: #5E4B27;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4B27?

RGB(94, 75, 39) · HSL(39.3, 41.4%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.2%, 58.5%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4B27 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4B27?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4B27 background; contrast on black is 2.51:1.