#452D24

#452D24

Color Values

HEX

#452D24

RGB

69, 45, 36

HSL

16.4, 31.4%, 20.6%

HSV

16.4, 47.8%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 47.8%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3234 0.039 41.4

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: #452D24;
color: #452D24;
border-color: #452D24;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.7:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452D24?

RGB(69, 45, 36) · HSL(16.4, 31.4%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 47.8%, 72.9%)

Does #452D24 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.7:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452D24?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452D24 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.