#45261C

#45261C

Color Values

HEX

#45261C

RGB

69, 38, 28

HSL

14.6, 42.3%, 19.0%

HSV

14.6, 59.4%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 44.9%, 59.4%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3064 0.0504 38.6

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: #45261C;
color: #45261C;
border-color: #45261C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.57:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.55:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45261C?

RGB(69, 38, 28) · HSL(14.6, 42.3%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 44.9%, 59.4%, 72.9%)

Does #45261C meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45261C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45261C background; contrast on black is 1.55:1.