#553F12

#553F12

Overview

#553F12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 85, 63, 18, in HSL 40.3°, 65.0%, 20.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.9%, 78.8%, 66.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#553F12

RGB

85, 63, 18

HSL

40.3, 65.0%, 20.2%

HSV

40.3, 78.8%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.9%, 78.8%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3826 0.0674 81.7

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: #553F12;
color: #553F12;
border-color: #553F12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.97:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #553F12?

RGB(85, 63, 18) · HSL(40.3, 65.0%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.9%, 78.8%, 66.7%)

Does #553F12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.97:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #553F12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #553F12 background; contrast on black is 2.11:1.