#483D2A

#483D2A

Overview

#483D2A is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 72, 61, 42, in HSL 38.0°, 26.3%, 22.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 15.3%, 41.7%, 71.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#483D2A

RGB

72, 61, 42

HSL

38.0, 26.3%, 22.4%

HSV

38.0, 41.7%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.3%, 41.7%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3661 0.034 80.9

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: #483D2A;
color: #483D2A;
border-color: #483D2A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #483D2A?

RGB(72, 61, 42) · HSL(38.0, 26.3%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.3%, 41.7%, 71.8%)

Does #483D2A meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #483D2A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #483D2A background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.