#5F5539

#5F5539

Color Values

HEX

#5F5539

RGB

95, 85, 57

HSL

44.2, 25.0%, 29.8%

HSV

44.2, 40.0%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.5%, 40.0%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4517 0.0442 90.7

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: #5F5539;
color: #5F5539;
border-color: #5F5539;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F5539?

RGB(95, 85, 57) · HSL(44.2, 25.0%, 29.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.5%, 40.0%, 62.7%)

Does #5F5539 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F5539?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F5539 background; contrast on black is 2.85:1.