#452C10

#452C10

Color Values

HEX

#452C10

RGB

69, 44, 16

HSL

31.7, 62.4%, 16.7%

HSV

31.7, 76.8%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.2%, 76.8%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3174 0.0553 66.4

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: #452C10;
color: #452C10;
border-color: #452C10;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452C10?

RGB(69, 44, 16) · HSL(31.7, 62.4%, 16.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.2%, 76.8%, 72.9%)

Does #452C10 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452C10?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452C10 background; contrast on black is 1.62:1.