#453B33

#453B33

Color Values

HEX

#453B33

RGB

69, 59, 51

HSL

26.7, 15.0%, 23.5%

HSV

26.7, 26.1%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.5%, 26.1%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3602 0.0194 60.8

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: #453B33;
color: #453B33;
border-color: #453B33;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #453B33?

RGB(69, 59, 51) · HSL(26.7, 15.0%, 23.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.5%, 26.1%, 72.9%)

Does #453B33 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #453B33?

Use FFFFFF text on a #453B33 background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.