#554D3F

#554D3F

Color Values

HEX

#554D3F

RGB

85, 77, 63

HSL

38.2, 14.9%, 29.0%

HSV

38.2, 25.9%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.4%, 25.9%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.4239 0.0247 81.6

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: #554D3F;
color: #554D3F;
border-color: #554D3F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.33:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #554D3F?

RGB(85, 77, 63) · HSL(38.2, 14.9%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.4%, 25.9%, 66.7%)

Does #554D3F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #554D3F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #554D3F background; contrast on black is 2.52:1.