#46231B

#46231B

Color Values

HEX

#46231B

RGB

70, 35, 27

HSL

11.2, 44.3%, 19.0%

HSV

11.2, 61.4%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.0%, 61.4%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3016 0.0556 33.9

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: #46231B;
color: #46231B;
border-color: #46231B;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.85:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #46231B?

RGB(70, 35, 27) · HSL(11.2, 44.3%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.0%, 61.4%, 72.5%)

Does #46231B meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.85:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #46231B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #46231B background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.