#5F4513

#5F4513

Color Values

HEX

#5F4513

RGB

95, 69, 19

HSL

39.5, 66.7%, 22.4%

HSV

39.5, 80.0%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.4%, 80.0%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.409 0.0738 79.9

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: #5F4513;
color: #5F4513;
border-color: #5F4513;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4513?

RGB(95, 69, 19) · HSL(39.5, 66.7%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.4%, 80.0%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4513 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4513?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4513 background; contrast on black is 2.35:1.