#5E4D33

#5E4D33

Overview

#5E4D33 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 77, 51, in HSL 36.3°, 29.7%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.1%, 45.7%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E4D33

RGB

94, 77, 51

HSL

36.3, 29.7%, 28.4%

HSV

36.3, 45.7%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.1%, 45.7%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4308 0.0456 77.7

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: #5E4D33;
color: #5E4D33;
border-color: #5E4D33;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.12:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4D33?

RGB(94, 77, 51) · HSL(36.3, 29.7%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.1%, 45.7%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4D33 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.12:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4D33?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4D33 background; contrast on black is 2.59:1.