#5B554C

#5B554C

Color Values

HEX

#5B554C

RGB

91, 85, 76

HSL

36.0, 9.0%, 32.7%

HSV

36.0, 16.5%, 35.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.6%, 16.5%, 64.3%

OKLCH

0.4524 0.0163 78.1

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: #5B554C;
color: #5B554C;
border-color: #5B554C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #5B554C?

RGB(91, 85, 76) · HSL(36.0, 9.0%, 32.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.6%, 16.5%, 64.3%)

Does #5B554C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #5B554C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #5B554C background; contrast on black is 2.85:1.