#55441C

#55441C

Color Values

HEX

#55441C

RGB

85, 68, 28

HSL

42.1, 50.4%, 22.2%

HSV

42.1, 67.1%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 67.1%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.3955 0.0612 86.2

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: #55441C;
color: #55441C;
border-color: #55441C;
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 #55441C?

RGB(85, 68, 28) · HSL(42.1, 50.4%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 67.1%, 66.7%)

Does #55441C meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #55441C?

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