#554E4C

#554E4C

Color Values

HEX

#554E4C

RGB

85, 78, 76

HSL

13.3, 5.6%, 31.6%

HSV

13.3, 10.6%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.2%, 10.6%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.4301 0.0099 36.5

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: #554E4C;
color: #554E4C;
border-color: #554E4C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #554E4C?

RGB(85, 78, 76) · HSL(13.3, 5.6%, 31.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.2%, 10.6%, 66.7%)

Does #554E4C meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #554E4C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #554E4C background; contrast on black is 2.58:1.