#5F4942

#5F4942

Color Values

HEX

#5F4942

RGB

95, 73, 66

HSL

14.5, 18.0%, 31.6%

HSV

14.5, 30.5%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 30.5%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4265 0.0323 38.4

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: #5F4942;
color: #5F4942;
border-color: #5F4942;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4942?

RGB(95, 73, 66) · HSL(14.5, 18.0%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 30.5%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4942 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4942?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4942 background; contrast on black is 2.52:1.