#5F493F

#5F493F

Overview

#5F493F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 95, 73, 63, in HSL 18.7°, 20.3%, 31.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.2%, 33.7%, 62.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5F493F

RGB

95, 73, 63

HSL

18.7, 20.3%, 31.0%

HSV

18.7, 33.7%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 33.7%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4257 0.0343 45.7

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: #5F493F;
color: #5F493F;
border-color: #5F493F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F493F?

RGB(95, 73, 63) · HSL(18.7, 20.3%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 33.7%, 62.7%)

Does #5F493F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F493F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F493F background; contrast on black is 2.51:1.