#5F4D3B

#5F4D3B

Color Values

HEX

#5F4D3B

RGB

95, 77, 59

HSL

30.0, 23.4%, 30.2%

HSV

30.0, 37.9%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 37.9%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4337 0.0371 66.6

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: #5F4D3B;
color: #5F4D3B;
border-color: #5F4D3B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.04:1

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 #5F4D3B?

RGB(95, 77, 59) · HSL(30.0, 23.4%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 37.9%, 62.7%)

Does #5F4D3B meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F4D3B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F4D3B background; contrast on black is 2.61:1.