#472A13

#472A13

Color Values

HEX

#472A13

RGB

71, 42, 19

HSL

26.5, 57.8%, 17.6%

HSV

26.5, 73.2%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.8%, 73.2%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3163 0.0558 57.3

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: #472A13;
color: #472A13;
border-color: #472A13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.06:1

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 #472A13?

RGB(71, 42, 19) · HSL(26.5, 57.8%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.8%, 73.2%, 72.2%)

Does #472A13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472A13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472A13 background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.