#453C2B

#453C2B

Color Values

HEX

#453C2B

RGB

69, 60, 43

HSL

39.2, 23.2%, 22.0%

HSV

39.2, 37.7%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.0%, 37.7%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3605 0.0302 83.1

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: #453C2B;
color: #453C2B;
border-color: #453C2B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.86:1

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 #453C2B?

RGB(69, 60, 43) · HSL(39.2, 23.2%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.0%, 37.7%, 72.9%)

Does #453C2B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #453C2B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #453C2B background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.