#5D463B Hex Color
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#5d463b is a dark, muted brown with warm red undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, grounded mood suited to coffee, tobacco, artisan, and vintage branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or faded blue. White text has about 8.7:1 contrast, making it suitable for dark interfaces. The hex code is #5d463b.
Questions about #5d463b
What is #5d463b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5d463b is rgb(93, 70, 59), in HSL hsl(19, 22%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 37%, 64%.
Does #5d463b read as a warm or cool color?
#5d463b reads as a warm brown because its muted base carries noticeable red undertones. That warmth creates a grounded, serious mood and works especially well with creamy neutrals and faded blue accents.
What colors pair well with #5d463b?
For a balanced palette, pair #5d463b with cream, dusty blue, or sage; these lighter, softened tones lift its dark warmth while preserving the muted, handcrafted feel, making the combination useful for packaging, interiors, and editorial layouts.
Is #5d463b readable on white or black?
#5d463b has a 8.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.40:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.