#5F4212

#5F4212

Color Values

HEX

#5F4212

RGB

95, 66, 18

HSL

37.4, 68.1%, 22.2%

HSV

37.4, 81.1%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.5%, 81.1%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4022 0.0739 75.8

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: #5F4212;
color: #5F4212;
border-color: #5F4212;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4212?

RGB(95, 66, 18) · HSL(37.4, 68.1%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.5%, 81.1%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4212 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4212?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4212 background; contrast on black is 2.27:1.