#5F2E12

#5F2E12

Overview

#5F2E12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 95, 46, 18, in HSL 21.8°, 68.1%, 22.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 51.6%, 81.1%, 62.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5F2E12

RGB

95, 46, 18

HSL

21.8, 68.1%, 22.2%

HSV

21.8, 81.1%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.6%, 81.1%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.3613 0.0815 47.7

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: #5F2E12;
color: #5F2E12;
border-color: #5F2E12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F2E12?

RGB(95, 46, 18) · HSL(21.8, 68.1%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.6%, 81.1%, 62.7%)

Does #5F2E12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F2E12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F2E12 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.