#5E502B

#5E502B

Overview

#5E502B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 80, 43, in HSL 43.5°, 37.2%, 26.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 14.9%, 54.3%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 7008 Khaki Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E502B

RGB

94, 80, 43

HSL

43.5, 37.2%, 26.9%

HSV

43.5, 54.3%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.9%, 54.3%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4362 0.0569 89.3

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: #5E502B;
color: #5E502B;
border-color: #5E502B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E502B?

RGB(94, 80, 43) · HSL(43.5, 37.2%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.9%, 54.3%, 63.1%)

Does #5E502B meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E502B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E502B background; contrast on black is 2.66:1.