#45311B

#45311B

Color Values

HEX

#45311B

RGB

69, 49, 27

HSL

31.4, 43.7%, 18.8%

HSV

31.4, 60.9%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.0%, 60.9%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3306 0.0452 67.8

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: #45311B;
color: #45311B;
border-color: #45311B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.29:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45311B?

RGB(69, 49, 27) · HSL(31.4, 43.7%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.0%, 60.9%, 72.9%)

Does #45311B meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.29:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45311B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45311B background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.