#564D3E

#564D3E

Overview

#564D3E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 86, 77, 62, in HSL 37.5°, 16.2%, 29.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 10.5%, 27.9%, 66.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#564D3E

RGB

86, 77, 62

HSL

37.5, 16.2%, 29.0%

HSV

37.5, 27.9%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.5%, 27.9%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.4246 0.0266 80.5

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: #564D3E;
color: #564D3E;
border-color: #564D3E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.31:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #564D3E?

RGB(86, 77, 62) · HSL(37.5, 16.2%, 29.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.5%, 27.9%, 66.3%)

Does #564D3E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.31:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #564D3E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #564D3E background; contrast on black is 2.53:1.