#45271A

#45271A

Color Values

HEX

#45271A

RGB

69, 39, 26

HSL

18.1, 45.3%, 18.6%

HSV

18.1, 62.3%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.5%, 62.3%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.308 0.0505 43.9

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: #45271A;
color: #45271A;
border-color: #45271A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.48:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.56:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45271A?

RGB(69, 39, 26) · HSL(18.1, 45.3%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.5%, 62.3%, 72.9%)

Does #45271A meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45271A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45271A background; contrast on black is 1.56:1.