#562D17

#562D17

Color Values

HEX

#562D17

RGB

86, 45, 23

HSL

21.0, 57.8%, 21.4%

HSV

21.0, 73.3%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.7%, 73.3%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3458 0.0691 47.5

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: #562D17;
color: #562D17;
border-color: #562D17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.78:1

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 #562D17?

RGB(86, 45, 23) · HSL(21.0, 57.8%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.7%, 73.3%, 66.3%)

Does #562D17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562D17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562D17 background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.