#552E13

#552E13

Color Values

HEX

#552E13

RGB

85, 46, 19

HSL

24.5, 63.5%, 20.4%

HSV

24.5, 77.6%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.9%, 77.6%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3458 0.0694 52.8

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: #552E13;
color: #552E13;
border-color: #552E13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.76:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #552E13?

RGB(85, 46, 19) · HSL(24.5, 63.5%, 20.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.9%, 77.6%, 66.7%)

Does #552E13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #552E13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #552E13 background; contrast on black is 1.79:1.