#554022 Hex Color
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#554022 is a dark, muted brown the color of wet soil or roasted coffee. Its low saturation gives it a grounded, serious feel, so it works well as a dominant base in organic and vintage branding. White text reads clearly on it at about 9.8:1 contrast, and it pairs nicely with cream, sage, or a deep terracotta accent.
Questions about #554022
What is #554022 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #554022 is rgb(85, 64, 34), in HSL hsl(35, 43%, 23%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 60%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #554022?
Cream and sage green flatter this dark brown, while terracotta adds a warm accent. For text on #554022, white is the clearest choice at roughly 9.8:1 contrast.
What mood does #554022 convey?
It reads serious and grounded, with a muted warmth that suits organic products and vintage design. The low saturation keeps things calm, and large areas can lean slightly muddy next to brighter tones.
Is #554022 readable on white or black?
#554022 has a 9.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.14:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.