#56401A

#56401A

Overview

#56401A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 86, 64, 26, in HSL 38.0°, 53.6%, 22.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.6%, 69.8%, 66.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#56401A

RGB

86, 64, 26

HSL

38.0, 53.6%, 22.0%

HSV

38.0, 69.8%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.6%, 69.8%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3871 0.0617 78.8

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: #56401A;
color: #56401A;
border-color: #56401A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56401A?

RGB(86, 64, 26) · HSL(38.0, 53.6%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.6%, 69.8%, 66.3%)

Does #56401A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56401A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56401A background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.