#55362E

#55362E

Overview

#55362E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 85, 54, 46, in HSL 12.3°, 29.8%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.5%, 45.9%, 66.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#55362E

RGB

85, 54, 46

HSL

12.3, 29.8%, 25.7%

HSV

12.3, 45.9%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.5%, 45.9%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3674 0.047 35.1

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: #55362E;
color: #55362E;
border-color: #55362E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55362E?

RGB(85, 54, 46) · HSL(12.3, 29.8%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.5%, 45.9%, 66.7%)

Does #55362E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55362E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55362E background; contrast on black is 1.95:1.