#55352E

#55352E

Color Values

HEX

#55352E

RGB

85, 53, 46

HSL

10.8, 29.8%, 25.7%

HSV

10.8, 45.9%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.6%, 45.9%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3653 0.0481 32.9

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: #55352E;
color: #55352E;
border-color: #55352E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55352E?

RGB(85, 53, 46) · HSL(10.8, 29.8%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.6%, 45.9%, 66.7%)

Does #55352E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55352E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55352E background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.