#5F3B2B

#5F3B2B

Overview

#5F3B2B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 95, 59, 43, in HSL 18.5°, 37.7%, 27.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.9%, 54.7%, 62.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5F3B2B

RGB

95, 59, 43

HSL

18.5, 37.7%, 27.1%

HSV

18.5, 54.7%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.9%, 54.7%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.3909 0.0574 44.6

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: #5F3B2B;
color: #5F3B2B;
border-color: #5F3B2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F3B2B?

RGB(95, 59, 43) · HSL(18.5, 37.7%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.9%, 54.7%, 62.7%)

Does #5F3B2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F3B2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F3B2B background; contrast on black is 2.15:1.