#5E5C40 Hex Color
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#5e5c40 is a dark, muted yellow-olive with low saturation and a matte, ashy finish. Its gloomy depth suggests seriousness, mystery, and earthy calm. Use this hex code for moody backgrounds, outdoor branding, construction themes, or supporting elements. It can look muddy at large sizes, but white text reaches about 6.8:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #5e5c40
What is #5e5c40 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e5c40 is rgb(94, 92, 64), in HSL hsl(56, 19%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 32%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #5e5c40?
#5e5c40 pairs well with terracotta, warm cream, and charcoal, which balance its dusty yellow-olive base without adding excessive brightness. Use terracotta for small accents and cream for softer layouts or readable text areas.
Is #5e5c40 readable on white or black?
#5e5c40 has a 6.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.