#56403B

#56403B

Color Values

HEX

#56403B

RGB

86, 64, 59

HSL

11.1, 18.6%, 28.4%

HSV

11.1, 31.4%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.6%, 31.4%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.3939 0.0321 33.1

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: #56403B;
color: #56403B;
border-color: #56403B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56403B?

RGB(86, 64, 59) · HSL(11.1, 18.6%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.6%, 31.4%, 66.3%)

Does #56403B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56403B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56403B background; contrast on black is 2.19:1.