#5F4939

#5F4939

Color Values

HEX

#5F4939

RGB

95, 73, 57

HSL

25.3, 25.0%, 29.8%

HSV

25.3, 40.0%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 40.0%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4242 0.0393 57.5

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: #5F4939;
color: #5F4939;
border-color: #5F4939;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4939?

RGB(95, 73, 57) · HSL(25.3, 25.0%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 40.0%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4939 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4939?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4939 background; contrast on black is 2.5:1.