#45352A

#45352A

Color Values

HEX

#45352A

RGB

69, 53, 42

HSL

24.4, 24.3%, 21.8%

HSV

24.4, 39.1%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.2%, 39.1%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3434 0.0295 56.0

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: #45352A;
color: #45352A;
border-color: #45352A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.8:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45352A?

RGB(69, 53, 42) · HSL(24.4, 24.3%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.2%, 39.1%, 72.9%)

Does #45352A meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45352A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45352A background; contrast on black is 1.8:1.