#472A11

#472A11

Color Values

HEX

#472A11

RGB

71, 42, 17

HSL

27.8, 61.4%, 17.3%

HSV

27.8, 76.1%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.8%, 76.1%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.316 0.0572 59.1

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: #472A11;
color: #472A11;
border-color: #472A11;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472A11?

RGB(71, 42, 17) · HSL(27.8, 61.4%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.8%, 76.1%, 72.2%)

Does #472A11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472A11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472A11 background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.