#5F5437

#5F5437

Color Values

HEX

#5F5437

RGB

95, 84, 55

HSL

43.5, 26.7%, 29.4%

HSV

43.5, 42.1%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.6%, 42.1%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4489 0.0459 89.6

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: #5F5437;
color: #5F5437;
border-color: #5F5437;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.47:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.81:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F5437?

RGB(95, 84, 55) · HSL(43.5, 26.7%, 29.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.6%, 42.1%, 62.7%)

Does #5F5437 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F5437?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F5437 background; contrast on black is 2.81:1.