#472C1A

#472C1A

Color Values

HEX

#472C1A

RGB

71, 44, 26

HSL

24.0, 46.4%, 19.0%

HSV

24.0, 63.4%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.0%, 63.4%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3218 0.0495 53.8

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: #472C1A;
color: #472C1A;
border-color: #472C1A;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.64:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472C1A?

RGB(71, 44, 26) · HSL(24.0, 46.4%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.0%, 63.4%, 72.2%)

Does #472C1A meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472C1A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472C1A background; contrast on black is 1.64:1.