#452E18

#452E18

Overview

#452E18 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 69, 46, 24, in HSL 29.3°, 48.4%, 18.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.3%, 65.2%, 72.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#452E18

RGB

69, 46, 24

HSL

29.3, 48.4%, 18.2%

HSV

29.3, 65.2%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.3%, 65.2%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3231 0.0483 63.4

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: #452E18;
color: #452E18;
border-color: #452E18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452E18?

RGB(69, 46, 24) · HSL(29.3, 48.4%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.3%, 65.2%, 72.9%)

Does #452E18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452E18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452E18 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.