#453E3C

#453E3C

Color Values

HEX

#453E3C

RGB

69, 62, 60

HSL

13.3, 7.0%, 25.3%

HSV

13.3, 13.0%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.1%, 13.0%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3703 0.0103 36.5

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: #453E3C;
color: #453E3C;
border-color: #453E3C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #453E3C?

RGB(69, 62, 60) · HSL(13.3, 7.0%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.1%, 13.0%, 72.9%)

Does #453E3C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #453E3C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #453E3C background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.