#48221A

#48221A

Color Values

HEX

#48221A

RGB

72, 34, 26

HSL

10.4, 46.9%, 19.2%

HSV

10.4, 63.9%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.8%, 63.9%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3026 0.0601 33.1

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: #48221A;
color: #48221A;
border-color: #48221A;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48221A?

RGB(72, 34, 26) · HSL(10.4, 46.9%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.8%, 63.9%, 71.8%)

Does #48221A meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48221A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48221A background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.