#472914

#472914

Color Values

HEX

#472914

RGB

71, 41, 20

HSL

24.7, 56.0%, 17.8%

HSV

24.7, 71.8%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.3%, 71.8%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3142 0.0556 54.2

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: #472914;
color: #472914;
border-color: #472914;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.16:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472914?

RGB(71, 41, 20) · HSL(24.7, 56.0%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.3%, 71.8%, 72.2%)

Does #472914 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.16:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472914?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472914 background; contrast on black is 1.6:1.