#5F3C2C

#5F3C2C

Color Values

HEX

#5F3C2C

RGB

95, 60, 44

HSL

18.8, 36.7%, 27.3%

HSV

18.8, 53.7%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.8%, 53.7%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.3932 0.056 45.2

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: #5F3C2C;
color: #5F3C2C;
border-color: #5F3C2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.68:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F3C2C?

RGB(95, 60, 44) · HSL(18.8, 36.7%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.8%, 53.7%, 62.7%)

Does #5F3C2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F3C2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F3C2C background; contrast on black is 2.17:1.