#575142

#575142

Color Values

HEX

#575142

RGB

87, 81, 66

HSL

42.9, 13.7%, 30.0%

HSV

42.9, 24.1%, 34.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.9%, 24.1%, 65.9%

OKLCH

0.4362 0.0249 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: #575142;
color: #575142;
border-color: #575142;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #575142?

RGB(87, 81, 66) · HSL(42.9, 13.7%, 30.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.9%, 24.1%, 65.9%)

Does #575142 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #575142?

Use FFFFFF text on a #575142 background; contrast on black is 2.66:1.