#5F281D

#5F281D

Color Values

HEX

#5F281D

RGB

95, 40, 29

HSL

10.0, 53.2%, 24.3%

HSV

10.0, 69.5%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.9%, 69.5%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.3523 0.0832 32.9

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: #5F281D;
color: #5F281D;
border-color: #5F281D;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.62:1

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 #5F281D?

RGB(95, 40, 29) · HSL(10.0, 53.2%, 24.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.9%, 69.5%, 62.7%)

Does #5F281D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F281D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F281D background; contrast on black is 1.81:1.