#551F13

#551F13

Color Values

HEX

#551F13

RGB

85, 31, 19

HSL

10.9, 63.5%, 20.4%

HSV

10.9, 77.6%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 63.5%, 77.6%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3185 0.0836 34.0

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: #551F13;
color: #551F13;
border-color: #551F13;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.19:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #551F13?

RGB(85, 31, 19) · HSL(10.9, 63.5%, 20.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 63.5%, 77.6%, 66.7%)

Does #551F13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #551F13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #551F13 background; contrast on black is 1.59:1.