#5E2E00 Hex Color
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#5e2e00 is a dark, unsaturated brown that feels grounded and somber. Because it sits on the edge of black, it works best as a moody background or a heavy base for vintage-inspired branding. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to maintain legibility. The hex code #5e2e00 creates excellent contrast for white text, ensuring accessibility even when used in small, detailed UI elements.
Questions about #5e2e00
What is #5e2e00 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e2e00 is rgb(94, 46, 0), in HSL hsl(29, 100%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 100%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #5e2e00 for design projects?
This deep brown works beautifully alongside soft creams or muted golds, which lift the heavy tone while maintaining legibility. For a more sophisticated look, try pairing it with a dusty sage to add a touch of natural, organic contrast to your layout.
Is #5e2e00 readable on white or black?
#5e2e00 has a 11.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.86:1 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.