#574331 Hex Color
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This muted, dark brown reads as grounded and serious. Because #574331 has very low saturation, it excels as a background base for vintage or rustic branding, offering a reliable, understated alternative to black. While it carries a dusty, moody quality, white text remains highly legible against it with a 9.3:1 contrast ratio. It pairs unexpectedly well with cream or dusty sage tones.
Questions about #574331
What is #574331 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #574331 is rgb(87, 67, 49), in HSL hsl(28, 28%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 44%, 66%.
What design styles work best with #574331?
#574331 thrives in rustic, organic, and vintage-focused branding where a serious, dependable foundation is needed. Its earthy quality makes it an ideal choice for packaging or web interfaces that aim for a warm, weathered, or naturally grounded aesthetic.
Does #574331 have warm or cool undertones?
This shade leans into warm, toasted undertones that prevent it from feeling like a sterile black or cold grey. It carries a dusty quality that pairs exceptionally well with muted greens like sage or light, creamy off-whites.
Is #574331 readable on white or black?
#574331 has a 9.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.25:1 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.