#56311F

#56311F

Overview

#56311F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 86, 49, 31, in HSL 19.6°, 47.0%, 22.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 43.0%, 64.0%, 66.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#56311F

RGB

86, 49, 31

HSL

19.6, 47.0%, 22.9%

HSV

19.6, 64.0%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.0%, 64.0%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3552 0.0613 46.1

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: #56311F;
color: #56311F;
border-color: #56311F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56311F?

RGB(86, 49, 31) · HSL(19.6, 47.0%, 22.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.0%, 64.0%, 66.3%)

Does #56311F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56311F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56311F background; contrast on black is 1.85:1.