#55431C

#55431C

Color Values

HEX

#55431C

RGB

85, 67, 28

HSL

41.1, 50.4%, 22.2%

HSV

41.1, 67.1%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.2%, 67.1%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3931 0.0606 84.5

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: #55431C;
color: #55431C;
border-color: #55431C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.52:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55431C?

RGB(85, 67, 28) · HSL(41.1, 50.4%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.2%, 67.1%, 66.7%)

Does #55431C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.52:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55431C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55431C background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.