#562D1C

#562D1C

Color Values

HEX

#562D1C

RGB

86, 45, 28

HSL

17.6, 50.9%, 22.4%

HSV

17.6, 67.4%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.7%, 67.4%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3467 0.0664 42.7

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: #562D1C;
color: #562D1C;
border-color: #562D1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #562D1C?

RGB(86, 45, 28) · HSL(17.6, 50.9%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.7%, 67.4%, 66.3%)

Does #562D1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #562D1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #562D1C background; contrast on black is 1.79:1.