#5F481F

#5F481F

Color Values

HEX

#5F481F

RGB

95, 72, 31

HSL

38.4, 50.8%, 24.7%

HSV

38.4, 67.4%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.2%, 67.4%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4171 0.0652 79.8

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: #5F481F;
color: #5F481F;
border-color: #5F481F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F481F?

RGB(95, 72, 31) · HSL(38.4, 50.8%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.2%, 67.4%, 62.7%)

Does #5F481F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F481F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F481F background; contrast on black is 2.43:1.