#56331E

#56331E

Color Values

HEX

#56331E

RGB

86, 51, 30

HSL

22.5, 48.3%, 22.7%

HSV

22.5, 65.1%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.7%, 65.1%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3591 0.0604 50.8

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: #56331E;
color: #56331E;
border-color: #56331E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.12:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56331E?

RGB(86, 51, 30) · HSL(22.5, 48.3%, 22.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.7%, 65.1%, 66.3%)

Does #56331E meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.12:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56331E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56331E background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.