#554240 Hex Color
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#554240 is a dark, muted red with brown and gray undertones, giving it a dusty, almost gray appearance. Its low saturation creates a serious, moody feel suited to backgrounds, branding, and supporting elements. Use it as a dominant base with warm cream or pale blush accents; white text remains highly readable. The hex code is #554240.
Questions about #554240
What is #554240 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #554240 is rgb(85, 66, 64), in HSL hsl(6, 14%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 25%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #554240?
#554240 pairs well with warm cream, pale blush, and soft taupe because these lighter, muted companions lift its dark, dusty base while preserving a restrained mood that suits branding, packaging, editorial layouts, and interface backgrounds.
Does #554240 read as warm or cool?
#554240 reads as a warm, muted red because its red base and brown undertones outweigh the cooling effect of its gray component, while low saturation softens that warmth into a dusty, restrained appearance rather than a vivid or fiery one.
Is #554240 readable on white or black?
#554240 has a 9.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.23:1 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.