#48290E

#48290E

Color Values

HEX

#48290E

RGB

72, 41, 14

HSL

27.9, 67.4%, 16.9%

HSV

27.9, 80.6%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.1%, 80.6%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3149 0.0607 58.6

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: #48290E;
color: #48290E;
border-color: #48290E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48290E?

RGB(72, 41, 14) · HSL(27.9, 67.4%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.1%, 80.6%, 71.8%)

Does #48290E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48290E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48290E background; contrast on black is 1.6:1.