#473B22

#473B22

Overview

#473B22 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 59, 34, in HSL 40.5°, 35.2%, 20.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.9%, 52.1%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#473B22

RGB

71, 59, 34

HSL

40.5, 35.2%, 20.6%

HSV

40.5, 52.1%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.9%, 52.1%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3584 0.0424 84.7

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: #473B22;
color: #473B22;
border-color: #473B22;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.92:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473B22?

RGB(71, 59, 34) · HSL(40.5, 35.2%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.9%, 52.1%, 72.2%)

Does #473B22 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473B22?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473B22 background; contrast on black is 1.92:1.