#56534D

#56534D

Color Values

HEX

#56534D

RGB

86, 83, 77

HSL

40.0, 5.5%, 32.0%

HSV

40.0, 10.5%, 33.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 3.5%, 10.5%, 66.3%

OKLCH

0.4431 0.0104 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: #56534D;
color: #56534D;
border-color: #56534D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #56534D?

RGB(86, 83, 77) · HSL(40.0, 5.5%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 3.5%, 10.5%, 66.3%)

Does #56534D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #56534D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #56534D background; contrast on black is 2.74:1.