#452B1B

#452B1B

Color Values

HEX

#452B1B

RGB

69, 43, 27

HSL

22.9, 43.7%, 18.8%

HSV

22.9, 60.9%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.7%, 60.9%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3169 0.0469 51.9

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: #452B1B;
color: #452B1B;
border-color: #452B1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.01:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452B1B?

RGB(69, 43, 27) · HSL(22.9, 43.7%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.7%, 60.9%, 72.9%)

Does #452B1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.01:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452B1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452B1B background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.