#55411F

#55411F

Color Values

HEX

#55411F

RGB

85, 65, 31

HSL

37.8, 46.6%, 22.7%

HSV

37.8, 63.5%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.5%, 63.5%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3889 0.0567 79.1

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: #55411F;
color: #55411F;
border-color: #55411F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.71:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55411F?

RGB(85, 65, 31) · HSL(37.8, 46.6%, 22.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.5%, 63.5%, 66.7%)

Does #55411F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.71:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55411F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55411F background; contrast on black is 2.16:1.