#957A39

#957A39

Color Values

HEX

#957A39

RGB

149, 122, 57

HSL

42.4, 44.7%, 40.4%

HSV

42.4, 61.7%, 58.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.1%, 61.7%, 41.6%

OKLCH

0.5916 0.0901 86.8

Properties

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #957A39;
color: #957A39;
border-color: #957A39;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

4.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

5.12:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #957A39?

RGB(149, 122, 57) · HSL(42.4, 44.7%, 40.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.1%, 61.7%, 41.6%)

Does #957A39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.1:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #957A39?

Use 000000 text on a #957A39 background; contrast on black is 5.12:1.