#473E3B

#473E3B

Overview

#473E3B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 71, 62, 59, in HSL 15.0°, 9.2%, 25.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 12.7%, 16.9%, 72.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8019 Grey Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#473E3B

RGB

71, 62, 59

HSL

15.0, 9.2%, 25.5%

HSV

15.0, 16.9%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.7%, 16.9%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3721 0.0136 39.3

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: #473E3B;
color: #473E3B;
border-color: #473E3B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.4:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473E3B?

RGB(71, 62, 59) · HSL(15.0, 9.2%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.7%, 16.9%, 72.2%)

Does #473E3B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.4:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473E3B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473E3B background; contrast on black is 2.02:1.