#544C38

#544C38

Color Values

HEX

#544C38

RGB

84, 76, 56

HSL

42.9, 20.0%, 27.5%

HSV

42.9, 33.3%, 32.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.5%, 33.3%, 67.1%

OKLCH

0.4186 0.0331 88.8

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: #544C38;
color: #544C38;
border-color: #544C38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.47:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #544C38?

RGB(84, 76, 56) · HSL(42.9, 20.0%, 27.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.5%, 33.3%, 67.1%)

Does #544C38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #544C38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #544C38 background; contrast on black is 2.47:1.