#45423D

#45423D

Color Values

HEX

#45423D

RGB

69, 66, 61

HSL

37.5, 6.2%, 25.5%

HSV

37.5, 11.6%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.3%, 11.6%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.3804 0.0093 80.7

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: #45423D;
color: #45423D;
border-color: #45423D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45423D?

RGB(69, 66, 61) · HSL(37.5, 6.2%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.3%, 11.6%, 72.9%)

Does #45423D meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45423D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45423D background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.