#462811

#462811

Color Values

HEX

#462811

RGB

70, 40, 17

HSL

26.0, 60.9%, 17.1%

HSV

26.0, 75.7%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.9%, 75.7%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3101 0.057 56.0

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: #462811;
color: #462811;
border-color: #462811;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462811?

RGB(70, 40, 17) · HSL(26.0, 60.9%, 17.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.9%, 75.7%, 72.5%)

Does #462811 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.36:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462811?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462811 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.