#462F19

#462F19

Color Values

HEX

#462F19

RGB

70, 47, 25

HSL

29.3, 47.4%, 18.6%

HSV

29.3, 64.3%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.9%, 64.3%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.327 0.0482 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: #462F19;
color: #462F19;
border-color: #462F19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #462F19?

RGB(70, 47, 25) · HSL(29.3, 47.4%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.9%, 64.3%, 72.5%)

Does #462F19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #462F19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #462F19 background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.