#542D15

#542D15

Color Values

HEX

#542D15

RGB

84, 45, 21

HSL

22.9, 60.0%, 20.6%

HSV

22.9, 75.0%, 32.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.4%, 75.0%, 67.1%

OKLCH

0.3425 0.0678 50.4

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: #542D15;
color: #542D15;
border-color: #542D15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.91:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #542D15?

RGB(84, 45, 21) · HSL(22.9, 60.0%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.4%, 75.0%, 67.1%)

Does #542D15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.91:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #542D15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #542D15 background; contrast on black is 1.76:1.