#5F462E

#5F462E

Color Values

HEX

#5F462E

RGB

95, 70, 46

HSL

29.4, 34.8%, 27.6%

HSV

29.4, 51.6%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.3%, 51.6%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4151 0.0502 64.5

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: #5F462E;
color: #5F462E;
border-color: #5F462E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F462E?

RGB(95, 70, 46) · HSL(29.4, 34.8%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.3%, 51.6%, 62.7%)

Does #5F462E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F462E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F462E background; contrast on black is 2.4:1.