#552116

#552116

Color Values

HEX

#552116

RGB

85, 33, 22

HSL

10.5, 58.9%, 21.0%

HSV

10.5, 74.1%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 61.2%, 74.1%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3222 0.0804 33.5

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: #552116;
color: #552116;
border-color: #552116;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #552116?

RGB(85, 33, 22) · HSL(10.5, 58.9%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 61.2%, 74.1%, 66.7%)

Does #552116 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #552116?

Use FFFFFF text on a #552116 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.