#473C2F

#473C2F

Color Values

HEX

#473C2F

RGB

71, 60, 47

HSL

32.5, 20.3%, 23.1%

HSV

32.5, 33.8%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.5%, 33.8%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3638 0.0263 71.5

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: #473C2F;
color: #473C2F;
border-color: #473C2F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.96:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473C2F?

RGB(71, 60, 47) · HSL(32.5, 20.3%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.5%, 33.8%, 72.2%)

Does #473C2F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473C2F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473C2F background; contrast on black is 1.96:1.