#574D42

#574D42

Color Values

HEX

#574D42

RGB

87, 77, 66

HSL

31.4, 13.7%, 30.0%

HSV

31.4, 24.1%, 34.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.5%, 24.1%, 65.9%

OKLCH

0.4268 0.0221 69.8

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: #574D42;
color: #574D42;
border-color: #574D42;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.55:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #574D42?

RGB(87, 77, 66) · HSL(31.4, 13.7%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.5%, 24.1%, 65.9%)

Does #574D42 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #574D42?

Use FFFFFF text on a #574D42 background; contrast on black is 2.55:1.