#562A11

#562A11

Color Values

HEX

#562A11

RGB

86, 42, 17

HSL

21.7, 67.0%, 20.2%

HSV

21.7, 80.2%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.2%, 80.2%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3393 0.0745 47.9

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: #562A11;
color: #562A11;
border-color: #562A11;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562A11?

RGB(86, 42, 17) · HSL(21.7, 67.0%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.2%, 80.2%, 66.3%)

Does #562A11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562A11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562A11 background; contrast on black is 1.73:1.