#553917

#553917

Color Values

HEX

#553917

RGB

85, 57, 23

HSL

32.9, 57.4%, 21.2%

HSV

32.9, 72.9%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.9%, 72.9%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3696 0.0626 68.9

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: #553917;
color: #553917;
border-color: #553917;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #553917?

RGB(85, 57, 23) · HSL(32.9, 57.4%, 21.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.9%, 72.9%, 66.7%)

Does #553917 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #553917?

Use FFFFFF text on a #553917 background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.