#554639 Hex Color
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#554639 is a heavy, desaturated brown with dense grey undertones. It acts as a grounded base for branding or moody UI layouts. Because it leans dark, white text creates the clearest contrast against it, easily meeting accessibility standards. Use it sparingly as a dominant block, as it risks appearing muddy at large sizes. The hex code for this shade is #554639.
Questions about #554639
What is #554639 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #554639 is rgb(85, 70, 57), in HSL hsl(28, 20%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 33%, 67%.
What mood does the hex color #554639 convey?
#554639 carries a sense of stability, organic matter, and quiet maturity. Its grey undertones pull it away from the warmth of a standard chocolate brown, creating a more industrial and grounded feel that suits professional, minimalist branding projects.
Is #554639 readable on white or black?
#554639 has a 9.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 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.