#5F522C

#5F522C

Color Values

HEX

#5F522C

RGB

95, 82, 44

HSL

44.7, 36.7%, 27.3%

HSV

44.7, 53.7%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.7%, 53.7%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4422 0.0577 91.0

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: #5F522C;
color: #5F522C;
border-color: #5F522C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F522C?

RGB(95, 82, 44) · HSL(44.7, 36.7%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.7%, 53.7%, 62.7%)

Does #5F522C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F522C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F522C background; contrast on black is 2.73:1.