#453D31

#453D31

Color Values

HEX

#453D31

RGB

69, 61, 49

HSL

36.0, 16.9%, 23.1%

HSV

36.0, 29.0%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.6%, 29.0%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3645 0.0227 77.9

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: #453D31;
color: #453D31;
border-color: #453D31;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #453D31?

RGB(69, 61, 49) · HSL(36.0, 16.9%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.6%, 29.0%, 72.9%)

Does #453D31 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #453D31?

Use FFFFFF text on a #453D31 background; contrast on black is 1.96:1.