#472E13

#472E13

Color Values

HEX

#472E13

RGB

71, 46, 19

HSL

31.2, 57.8%, 17.6%

HSV

31.2, 73.2%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.2%, 73.2%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3251 0.0545 65.8

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: #472E13;
color: #472E13;
border-color: #472E13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.59:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #472E13?

RGB(71, 46, 19) · HSL(31.2, 57.8%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 35.2%, 73.2%, 72.2%)

Does #472E13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.59:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #472E13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #472E13 background; contrast on black is 1.67:1.