#473C36

#473C36

Color Values

HEX

#473C36

RGB

71, 60, 54

HSL

21.2, 13.6%, 24.5%

HSV

21.2, 23.9%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.5%, 23.9%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3658 0.0185 50.4

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: #473C36;
color: #473C36;
border-color: #473C36;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.97:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473C36?

RGB(71, 60, 54) · HSL(21.2, 13.6%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.5%, 23.9%, 72.2%)

Does #473C36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473C36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473C36 background; contrast on black is 1.97:1.