#553F23

#553F23

Color Values

HEX

#553F23

RGB

85, 63, 35

HSL

33.6, 41.7%, 23.5%

HSV

33.6, 58.8%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.9%, 58.8%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3849 0.0521 71.9

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: #553F23;
color: #553F23;
border-color: #553F23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.12:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #553F23?

RGB(85, 63, 35) · HSL(33.6, 41.7%, 23.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.9%, 58.8%, 66.7%)

Does #553F23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #553F23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #553F23 background; contrast on black is 2.12:1.