#483E2C

#483E2C

Overview

#483E2C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 72, 62, 44, in HSL 38.6°, 24.1%, 22.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 13.9%, 38.9%, 71.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#483E2C

RGB

72, 62, 44

HSL

38.6, 24.1%, 22.7%

HSV

38.6, 38.9%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.9%, 38.9%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.369 0.0321 82.0

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: #483E2C;
color: #483E2C;
border-color: #483E2C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #483E2C?

RGB(72, 62, 44) · HSL(38.6, 24.1%, 22.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.9%, 38.9%, 71.8%)

Does #483E2C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #483E2C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #483E2C background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.