#565248

#565248

Color Values

HEX

#565248

RGB

86, 82, 72

HSL

42.9, 8.9%, 31.0%

HSV

42.9, 16.3%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.7%, 16.3%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.4393 0.0168 88.8

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: #565248;
color: #565248;
border-color: #565248;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.79:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.7:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #565248?

RGB(86, 82, 72) · HSL(42.9, 8.9%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.7%, 16.3%, 66.3%)

Does #565248 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.79:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #565248?

Use FFFFFF text on a #565248 background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.