#5F5238

#5F5238

Color Values

HEX

#5F5238

RGB

95, 82, 56

HSL

40.0, 25.8%, 29.6%

HSV

40.0, 41.1%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.7%, 41.1%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4445 0.043 84.2

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: #5F5238;
color: #5F5238;
border-color: #5F5238;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.75:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F5238?

RGB(95, 82, 56) · HSL(40.0, 25.8%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.7%, 41.1%, 62.7%)

Does #5F5238 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F5238?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F5238 background; contrast on black is 2.75:1.