#462E1F

#462E1F

Color Values

HEX

#462E1F

RGB

70, 46, 31

HSL

23.1, 38.6%, 19.8%

HSV

23.1, 55.7%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.3%, 55.7%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3259 0.0433 52.7

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: #462E1F;
color: #462E1F;
border-color: #462E1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.57:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462E1F?

RGB(70, 46, 31) · HSL(23.1, 38.6%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.3%, 55.7%, 72.5%)

Does #462E1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.57:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462E1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462E1F background; contrast on black is 1.67:1.