#48362A

#48362A

Color Values

HEX

#48362A

RGB

72, 54, 42

HSL

24.0, 26.3%, 22.4%

HSV

24.0, 41.7%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.0%, 41.7%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3494 0.0327 55.1

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: #48362A;
color: #48362A;
border-color: #48362A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48362A?

RGB(72, 54, 42) · HSL(24.0, 26.3%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.0%, 41.7%, 71.8%)

Does #48362A meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48362A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48362A background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.