#585042

#585042

Color Values

HEX

#585042

RGB

88, 80, 66

HSL

38.2, 14.3%, 30.2%

HSV

38.2, 25.0%, 34.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.1%, 25.0%, 65.5%

OKLCH

0.4348 0.0245 81.6

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: #585042;
color: #585042;
border-color: #585042;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.95:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.64:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #585042?

RGB(88, 80, 66) · HSL(38.2, 14.3%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.1%, 25.0%, 65.5%)

Does #585042 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.95:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #585042?

Use FFFFFF text on a #585042 background; contrast on black is 2.64:1.