#5F281B

#5F281B

Color Values

HEX

#5F281B

RGB

95, 40, 27

HSL

11.5, 55.7%, 23.9%

HSV

11.5, 71.6%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.9%, 71.6%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.3519 0.0838 34.6

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #5F281B;
color: #5F281B;
border-color: #5F281B;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.81:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F281B?

RGB(95, 40, 27) · HSL(11.5, 55.7%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.9%, 71.6%, 62.7%)

Does #5F281B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F281B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F281B background; contrast on black is 1.81:1.