#555042

#555042

Color Values

HEX

#555042

RGB

85, 80, 66

HSL

44.2, 12.6%, 29.6%

HSV

44.2, 22.4%, 33.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 5.9%, 22.4%, 66.7%

OKLCH

0.4318 0.0231 90.7

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: #555042;
color: #555042;
border-color: #555042;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #555042?

RGB(85, 80, 66) · HSL(44.2, 12.6%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 5.9%, 22.4%, 66.7%)

Does #555042 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #555042?

Use FFFFFF text on a #555042 background; contrast on black is 2.61:1.