#5E5646

#5E5646

Color Values

HEX

#5E5646

RGB

94, 86, 70

HSL

40.0, 14.6%, 32.2%

HSV

40.0, 25.5%, 36.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.5%, 25.5%, 63.1%

OKLCH

0.4561 0.027 84.5

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: #5E5646;
color: #5E5646;
border-color: #5E5646;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5E5646?

RGB(94, 86, 70) · HSL(40.0, 14.6%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.5%, 25.5%, 63.1%)

Does #5E5646 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5E5646?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5E5646 background; contrast on black is 2.9:1.