#462C12

#462C12

Color Values

HEX

#462C12

RGB

70, 44, 18

HSL

30.0, 59.1%, 17.3%

HSV

30.0, 74.3%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.1%, 74.3%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3191 0.0547 63.5

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: #462C12;
color: #462C12;
border-color: #462C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462C12?

RGB(70, 44, 18) · HSL(30.0, 59.1%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.1%, 74.3%, 72.5%)

Does #462C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462C12 background; contrast on black is 1.63:1.