#56524A

#56524A

Color Values

HEX

#56524A

RGB

86, 82, 74

HSL

40.0, 7.5%, 31.4%

HSV

40.0, 14.0%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.7%, 14.0%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.4399 0.0138 84.6

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: #56524A;
color: #56524A;
border-color: #56524A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.77:1

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 #56524A?

RGB(86, 82, 74) · HSL(40.0, 7.5%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.7%, 14.0%, 66.3%)

Does #56524A meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56524A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56524A background; contrast on black is 2.7:1.