#655535

#655535

Color Values

HEX

#655535

RGB

101, 85, 53

HSL

40.0, 31.2%, 30.2%

HSV

40.0, 47.5%, 39.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.8%, 47.5%, 60.4%

OKLCH

0.4573 0.0517 83.9

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: #655535;
color: #655535;
border-color: #655535;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #655535?

RGB(101, 85, 53) · HSL(40.0, 31.2%, 30.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.8%, 47.5%, 60.4%)

Does #655535 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #655535?

Use FFFFFF text on a #655535 background; contrast on black is 2.9:1.