#562C11

#562C11

Color Values

HEX

#562C11

RGB

86, 44, 17

HSL

23.5, 67.0%, 20.2%

HSV

23.5, 80.2%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.8%, 80.2%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3431 0.073 50.6

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: #562C11;
color: #562C11;
border-color: #562C11;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.76:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562C11?

RGB(86, 44, 17) · HSL(23.5, 67.0%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.8%, 80.2%, 66.3%)

Does #562C11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562C11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562C11 background; contrast on black is 1.76:1.