#48392B

#48392B

Color Values

HEX

#48392B

RGB

72, 57, 43

HSL

29.0, 25.2%, 22.5%

HSV

29.0, 40.3%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.8%, 40.3%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3567 0.0313 64.6

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: #48392B;
color: #48392B;
border-color: #48392B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48392B?

RGB(72, 57, 43) · HSL(29.0, 25.2%, 22.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.8%, 40.3%, 71.8%)

Does #48392B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48392B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48392B background; contrast on black is 1.9:1.