#453C36

#453C36

Color Values

HEX

#453C36

RGB

69, 60, 54

HSL

24.0, 12.2%, 24.1%

HSV

24.0, 21.7%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.0%, 21.7%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3635 0.0162 55.8

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: #453C36;
color: #453C36;
border-color: #453C36;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #453C36?

RGB(69, 60, 54) · HSL(24.0, 12.2%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.0%, 21.7%, 72.9%)

Does #453C36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #453C36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #453C36 background; contrast on black is 1.95:1.