#55441B

#55441B

Color Values

HEX

#55441B

RGB

85, 68, 27

HSL

42.4, 51.8%, 22.0%

HSV

42.4, 68.2%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 68.2%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3953 0.0622 86.6

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: #55441B;
color: #55441B;
border-color: #55441B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55441B?

RGB(85, 68, 27) · HSL(42.4, 51.8%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 68.2%, 66.7%)

Does #55441B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55441B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55441B background; contrast on black is 2.23:1.