#552D15

#552D15

Color Values

HEX

#552D15

RGB

85, 45, 21

HSL

22.5, 60.4%, 20.8%

HSV

22.5, 75.3%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.1%, 75.3%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.344 0.0689 49.8

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: #552D15;
color: #552D15;
border-color: #552D15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.77:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #552D15?

RGB(85, 45, 21) · HSL(22.5, 60.4%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.1%, 75.3%, 66.7%)

Does #552D15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #552D15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #552D15 background; contrast on black is 1.77:1.