#5F5742

#5F5742

Overview

#5F5742 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 95, 87, 66, in HSL 43.4°, 18.0%, 31.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 8.4%, 30.5%, 62.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 1035 Pearl Beige.

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Color Values

HEX

#5F5742

RGB

95, 87, 66

HSL

43.4, 18.0%, 31.6%

HSV

43.4, 30.5%, 37.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.4%, 30.5%, 62.7%

OKLCH

0.4584 0.0339 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: #5F5742;
color: #5F5742;
border-color: #5F5742;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5F5742?

RGB(95, 87, 66) · HSL(43.4, 18.0%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.4%, 30.5%, 62.7%)

Does #5F5742 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5F5742?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5F5742 background; contrast on black is 2.93:1.