#56452A

#56452A

Color Values

HEX

#56452A

RGB

86, 69, 42

HSL

36.8, 34.4%, 25.1%

HSV

36.8, 51.2%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.8%, 51.2%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.4013 0.0472 78.4

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: #56452A;
color: #56452A;
border-color: #56452A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56452A?

RGB(86, 69, 42) · HSL(36.8, 34.4%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.8%, 51.2%, 66.3%)

Does #56452A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56452A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56452A background; contrast on black is 2.28:1.