#5E5145

#5E5145

Color Values

HEX

#5E5145

RGB

94, 81, 69

HSL

28.8, 15.3%, 32.0%

HSV

28.8, 26.6%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.8%, 26.6%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4442 0.0257 64.8

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: #5E5145;
color: #5E5145;
border-color: #5E5145;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E5145?

RGB(94, 81, 69) · HSL(28.8, 15.3%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.8%, 26.6%, 63.1%)

Does #5E5145 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E5145?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E5145 background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.