#554012

#554012

Color Values

HEX

#554012

RGB

85, 64, 18

HSL

41.2, 65.0%, 20.2%

HSV

41.2, 78.8%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.7%, 78.8%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.385 0.0678 83.4

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: #554012;
color: #554012;
border-color: #554012;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.87:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #554012?

RGB(85, 64, 18) · HSL(41.2, 65.0%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.7%, 78.8%, 66.7%)

Does #554012 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #554012?

Use FFFFFF text on a #554012 background; contrast on black is 2.13:1.