#554222

#554222

Color Values

HEX

#554222

RGB

85, 66, 34

HSL

37.6, 42.9%, 23.3%

HSV

37.6, 60.0%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.4%, 60.0%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3917 0.054 79.2

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: #554222;
color: #554222;
border-color: #554222;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #554222?

RGB(85, 66, 34) · HSL(37.6, 42.9%, 23.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.4%, 60.0%, 66.7%)

Does #554222 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #554222?

Use FFFFFF text on a #554222 background; contrast on black is 2.19:1.