#552111

#552111

Color Values

HEX

#552111

RGB

85, 33, 17

HSL

14.1, 66.7%, 20.0%

HSV

14.1, 80.0%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.2%, 80.0%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3215 0.082 37.6

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: #552111;
color: #552111;
border-color: #552111;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.03:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #552111?

RGB(85, 33, 17) · HSL(14.1, 66.7%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.2%, 80.0%, 66.7%)

Does #552111 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #552111?

Use FFFFFF text on a #552111 background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.