#473B32

#473B32

Overview

#473B32 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 59, 50, in HSL 25.7°, 17.4%, 23.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 16.9%, 29.6%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#473B32

RGB

71, 59, 50

HSL

25.7, 17.4%, 23.7%

HSV

25.7, 29.6%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.9%, 29.6%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3622 0.0226 58.8

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: #473B32;
color: #473B32;
border-color: #473B32;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.94:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473B32?

RGB(71, 59, 50) · HSL(25.7, 17.4%, 23.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.9%, 29.6%, 72.2%)

Does #473B32 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473B32?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473B32 background; contrast on black is 1.94:1.