#5E3B17 Hex Color
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This dark brown reads as dusty and grounded, carrying a serious tone suitable for moody branding. Because it is highly unsaturated, it provides a strong, reliable base for warm, organic palettes. The hex code #5e3b17 works well as a background for light text, which maintains excellent legibility. Use this shade sparingly in UI design, as it can appear muddy when applied to large, featureless areas.
Questions about #5e3b17
What is #5e3b17 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e3b17 is rgb(94, 59, 23), in HSL hsl(30, 61%, 23%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 76%, 63%.
What colors pair best with #5e3b17?
#5e3b17 works effectively with warm, lighter neutrals to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. Pair it with soft cream or muted terracotta for a natural, organic aesthetic that maintains professional legibility.
Is #5e3b17 suitable for primary UI buttons?
Using #5e3b17 as a primary button color is risky because its dark, muddy nature can lack the vibrancy needed for clear calls to action. It is better reserved for background elements or deep text accents where readability against light surfaces is the priority.
Is #5e3b17 readable on white or black?
#5e3b17 has a 9.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.11:1 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.