#554F45

#554F45

Color Values

HEX

#554F45

RGB

85, 79, 69

HSL

37.5, 10.4%, 30.2%

HSV

37.5, 18.8%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.1%, 18.8%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.4303 0.0179 80.6

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: #554F45;
color: #554F45;
border-color: #554F45;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #554F45?

RGB(85, 79, 69) · HSL(37.5, 10.4%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.1%, 18.8%, 66.7%)

Does #554F45 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #554F45?

Use FFFFFF text on a #554F45 background; contrast on black is 2.59:1.