#5E502D

#5E502D

Overview

#5E502D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 94, 80, 45, in HSL 42.9°, 35.3%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 14.9%, 52.1%, 63.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 1036 Pearl Gold.

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Color Values

HEX

#5E502D

RGB

94, 80, 45

HSL

42.9, 35.3%, 27.3%

HSV

42.9, 52.1%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.9%, 52.1%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4366 0.0546 88.3

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: #5E502D;
color: #5E502D;
border-color: #5E502D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.89:1

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 #5E502D?

RGB(94, 80, 45) · HSL(42.9, 35.3%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.9%, 52.1%, 63.1%)

Does #5E502D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E502D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E502D background; contrast on black is 2.66:1.