#562D15

#562D15

Color Values

HEX

#562D15

RGB

86, 45, 21

HSL

22.2, 60.7%, 21.0%

HSV

22.2, 75.6%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.7%, 75.6%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3456 0.0701 49.1

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: #562D15;
color: #562D15;
border-color: #562D15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562D15?

RGB(86, 45, 21) · HSL(22.2, 60.7%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.7%, 75.6%, 66.3%)

Does #562D15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562D15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562D15 background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.