analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5C2B19 — Sepia
#5C2B19 is a dark moderately saturated orange sitting at 16° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
#5c2b19
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Tints and shades of #5C2B19
- fcf5f3
- f2d8ce
- e8baa9
- dd9c84
- d37f60
- c9613b
- a74e2e
- 833d24
- 5e2c1a
- 391b10
- 140905
Color schemes using #5C2B19
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#5C2B19 FAQ
What color is #5C2B19?
#5C2B19 is a shade of sepia in the orange family. It has a hue of 16 degrees, 57% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #5C2B19?
#5C2B19 is rgb(92, 43, 25) in RGB, hsl(16, 57%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 53%, 73%, 64%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5C2B19?
White text on this background reaches 11.57:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.81:1.
What colors go well with #5C2B19?
Its direct complement is #194A5C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #195C4C and #19295C gives you contrast without the vibration.