#5F4D26

#5F4D26

Overview

#5F4D26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 95, 77, 38, in HSL 41.1°, 42.9%, 26.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.9%, 60.0%, 62.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#5F4D26

RGB

95, 77, 38

HSL

41.1, 42.9%, 26.1%

HSV

41.1, 60.0%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 60.0%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4296 0.0608 85.0

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: #5F4D26;
color: #5F4D26;
border-color: #5F4D26;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4D26?

RGB(95, 77, 38) · HSL(41.1, 42.9%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 60.0%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4D26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4D26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4D26 background; contrast on black is 2.58:1.