#5E4C21

#5E4C21

Color Values

HEX

#5E4C21

RGB

94, 76, 33

HSL

42.3, 48.0%, 24.9%

HSV

42.3, 64.9%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.1%, 64.9%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4254 0.0648 86.7

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: #5E4C21;
color: #5E4C21;
border-color: #5E4C21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.29:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4C21?

RGB(94, 76, 33) · HSL(42.3, 48.0%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.1%, 64.9%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4C21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.29:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4C21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4C21 background; contrast on black is 2.53:1.