#5F422E

#5F422E

Color Values

HEX

#5F422E

RGB

95, 66, 46

HSL

24.5, 34.8%, 27.6%

HSV

24.5, 51.6%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.5%, 51.6%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4063 0.0511 55.3

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: #5F422E;
color: #5F422E;
border-color: #5F422E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F422E?

RGB(95, 66, 46) · HSL(24.5, 34.8%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.5%, 51.6%, 62.7%)

Does #5F422E meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F422E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F422E background; contrast on black is 2.31:1.