#45403E

#45403E

Overview

#45403E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 69, 64, 62, in HSL 17.1°, 5.3%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 7.2%, 10.1%, 72.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8019 Grey Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#45403E

RGB

69, 64, 62

HSL

17.1, 5.3%, 25.7%

HSV

17.1, 10.1%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.2%, 10.1%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3758 0.0077 43.2

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: #45403E;
color: #45403E;
border-color: #45403E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45403E?

RGB(69, 64, 62) · HSL(17.1, 5.3%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.2%, 10.1%, 72.9%)

Does #45403E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45403E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45403E background; contrast on black is 2.06:1.