#5E4F37

#5E4F37

Overview

#5E4F37 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 79, 55, in HSL 36.9°, 26.2%, 29.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.0%, 41.5%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 1035 Pearl Beige.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E4F37

RGB

94, 79, 55

HSL

36.9, 26.2%, 29.2%

HSV

36.9, 41.5%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.0%, 41.5%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4362 0.0418 79.0

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: #5E4F37;
color: #5E4F37;
border-color: #5E4F37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.93:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E4F37?

RGB(94, 79, 55) · HSL(36.9, 26.2%, 29.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.0%, 41.5%, 63.1%)

Does #5E4F37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E4F37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E4F37 background; contrast on black is 2.65:1.