#5F5544

#5F5544

Color Values

HEX

#5F5544

RGB

95, 85, 68

HSL

37.8, 16.6%, 32.0%

HSV

37.8, 28.4%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.5%, 28.4%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4543 0.0295 80.9

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: #5F5544;
color: #5F5544;
border-color: #5F5544;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F5544?

RGB(95, 85, 68) · HSL(37.8, 16.6%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.5%, 28.4%, 62.7%)

Does #5F5544 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F5544?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F5544 background; contrast on black is 2.87:1.