#655939

#655939

Color Values

HEX

#655939

RGB

101, 89, 57

HSL

43.6, 27.8%, 31.0%

HSV

43.6, 43.6%, 39.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.9%, 43.6%, 60.4%

OKLCH

0.4673 0.0499 89.8

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: #655939;
color: #655939;
border-color: #655939;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.9:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #655939?

RGB(101, 89, 57) · HSL(43.6, 27.8%, 31.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.9%, 43.6%, 60.4%)

Does #655939 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #655939?

Use FFFFFF text on a #655939 background; contrast on black is 3.04:1.