#552B12

#552B12

Color Values

HEX

#552B12

RGB

85, 43, 18

HSL

22.4, 65.0%, 20.2%

HSV

22.4, 78.8%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.4%, 78.8%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3397 0.0721 49.1

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: #552B12;
color: #552B12;
border-color: #552B12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #552B12?

RGB(85, 43, 18) · HSL(22.4, 65.0%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.4%, 78.8%, 66.7%)

Does #552B12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #552B12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #552B12 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.