#462E15

#462E15

Overview

#462E15 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 70, 46, 21, in HSL 30.6°, 53.8%, 17.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.3%, 70.0%, 72.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#462E15

RGB

70, 46, 21

HSL

30.6, 53.8%, 17.8%

HSV

30.6, 70.0%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 70.0%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.324 0.0519 65.3

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: #462E15;
color: #462E15;
border-color: #462E15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.64:1

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 #462E15?

RGB(70, 46, 21) · HSL(30.6, 53.8%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 70.0%, 72.5%)

Does #462E15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462E15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462E15 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.