#473C1F

#473C1F

Overview

#473C1F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 60, 31, in HSL 43.5°, 39.2%, 20.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 15.5%, 56.3%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#473C1F

RGB

71, 60, 31

HSL

43.5, 39.2%, 20.0%

HSV

43.5, 56.3%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.5%, 56.3%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3603 0.0468 89.2

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: #473C1F;
color: #473C1F;
border-color: #473C1F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.86:1

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 #473C1F?

RGB(71, 60, 31) · HSL(43.5, 39.2%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.5%, 56.3%, 72.2%)

Does #473C1F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473C1F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473C1F background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.