#452F29

#452F29

Color Values

HEX

#452F29

RGB

69, 47, 41

HSL

12.9, 25.5%, 21.6%

HSV

12.9, 40.6%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.9%, 40.6%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3293 0.0343 35.8

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: #452F29;
color: #452F29;
border-color: #452F29;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #452F29?

RGB(69, 47, 41) · HSL(12.9, 25.5%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.9%, 40.6%, 72.9%)

Does #452F29 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #452F29?

Use FFFFFF text on a #452F29 background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.