#5F492B

#5F492B

Color Values

HEX

#5F492B

RGB

95, 73, 43

HSL

34.6, 37.7%, 27.1%

HSV

34.6, 54.7%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 54.7%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4212 0.0537 74.1

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: #5F492B;
color: #5F492B;
border-color: #5F492B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F492B?

RGB(95, 73, 43) · HSL(34.6, 37.7%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 54.7%, 62.7%)

Does #5F492B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F492B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F492B background; contrast on black is 2.47:1.