#473A16

#473A16

Overview

#473A16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 58, 22, in HSL 44.1Β°, 52.7%, 18.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.3%, 69.0%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#473A16

RGB

71, 58, 22

HSL

44.1, 52.7%, 18.2%

HSV

44.1, 69.0%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.3%, 69.0%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.354 0.0553 89.4

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: #473A16;
color: #473A16;
border-color: #473A16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.88:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473A16?

RGB(71, 58, 22) · HSL(44.1, 52.7%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.3%, 69.0%, 72.2%)

Does #473A16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473A16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473A16 background; contrast on black is 1.88:1.