#462A0F

#462A0F

Color Values

HEX

#462A0F

RGB

70, 42, 15

HSL

29.5, 64.7%, 16.7%

HSV

29.5, 78.6%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 78.6%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3142 0.0575 61.8

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: #462A0F;
color: #462A0F;
border-color: #462A0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462A0F?

RGB(70, 42, 15) · HSL(29.5, 64.7%, 16.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 78.6%, 72.5%)

Does #462A0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462A0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462A0F background; contrast on black is 1.6:1.