#564A38

#564A38

Color Values

HEX

#564A38

RGB

86, 74, 56

HSL

36.0, 21.1%, 27.8%

HSV

36.0, 34.9%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.0%, 34.9%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.416 0.0326 77.7

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: #564A38;
color: #564A38;
border-color: #564A38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.43:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #564A38?

RGB(86, 74, 56) · HSL(36.0, 21.1%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.0%, 34.9%, 66.3%)

Does #564A38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #564A38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #564A38 background; contrast on black is 2.43:1.