#452215

#452215

Color Values

HEX

#452215

RGB

69, 34, 21

HSL

16.2, 53.3%, 17.6%

HSV

16.2, 69.6%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.7%, 69.6%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.2967 0.0581 40.8

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: #452215;
color: #452215;
border-color: #452215;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452215?

RGB(69, 34, 21) · HSL(16.2, 53.3%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.7%, 69.6%, 72.9%)

Does #452215 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452215?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452215 background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.