#55462A

#55462A

Color Values

HEX

#55462A

RGB

85, 70, 42

HSL

39.1, 33.9%, 24.9%

HSV

39.1, 50.6%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.6%, 50.6%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.4024 0.0471 82.3

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: #55462A;
color: #55462A;
border-color: #55462A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #55462A?

RGB(85, 70, 42) · HSL(39.1, 33.9%, 24.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.6%, 50.6%, 66.7%)

Does #55462A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #55462A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #55462A background; contrast on black is 2.3:1.