#473F39

#473F39

Color Values

HEX

#473F39

RGB

71, 63, 57

HSL

25.7, 10.9%, 25.1%

HSV

25.7, 19.7%, 27.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.3%, 19.7%, 72.2%

OKLCH

0.3739 0.015 59.2

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: #473F39;
color: #473F39;
border-color: #473F39;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #473F39?

RGB(71, 63, 57) · HSL(25.7, 10.9%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.3%, 19.7%, 72.2%)

Does #473F39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #473F39?

Use FFFFFF text on a #473F39 background; contrast on black is 2.04:1.