#473A37

#473A37

Overview

#473A37 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 58, 55, in HSL 11.2°, 12.7%, 24.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.3%, 22.5%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8019 Grey Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#473A37

RGB

71, 58, 55

HSL

11.2, 12.7%, 24.7%

HSV

11.2, 22.5%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.3%, 22.5%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3613 0.0192 33.2

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: #473A37;
color: #473A37;
border-color: #473A37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.89:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473A37?

RGB(71, 58, 55) · HSL(11.2, 12.7%, 24.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.3%, 22.5%, 72.2%)

Does #473A37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473A37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473A37 background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.