#5F4D39

#5F4D39

Color Values

HEX

#5F4D39

RGB

95, 77, 57

HSL

31.6, 25.0%, 29.8%

HSV

31.6, 40.0%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 40.0%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4332 0.0393 69.4

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: #5F4D39;
color: #5F4D39;
border-color: #5F4D39;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F4D39?

RGB(95, 77, 57) · HSL(31.6, 25.0%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 40.0%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4D39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4D39?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4D39 background; contrast on black is 2.61:1.