#462E12

#462E12

Overview

#462E12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 70, 46, 18, in HSL 32.3°, 59.1%, 17.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.3%, 74.3%, 72.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#462E12

RGB

70, 46, 18

HSL

32.3, 59.1%, 17.3%

HSV

32.3, 74.3%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 74.3%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3236 0.0544 67.9

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: #462E12;
color: #462E12;
border-color: #462E12;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462E12?

RGB(70, 46, 18) · HSL(32.3, 59.1%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 74.3%, 72.5%)

Does #462E12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462E12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462E12 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.