#463C38

#463C38

Color Values

HEX

#463C38

RGB

70, 60, 56

HSL

17.1, 11.1%, 24.7%

HSV

17.1, 20.0%, 27.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.3%, 20.0%, 72.5%

OKLCH

0.3653 0.0156 43.1

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: #463C38;
color: #463C38;
border-color: #463C38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #463C38?

RGB(70, 60, 56) · HSL(17.1, 11.1%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 14.3%, 20.0%, 72.5%)

Does #463C38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #463C38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #463C38 background; contrast on black is 1.96:1.