#48402E

#48402E

Color Values

HEX

#48402E

RGB

72, 64, 46

HSL

41.5, 22.0%, 23.1%

HSV

41.5, 36.1%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 36.1%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3744 0.0309 86.8

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: #48402E;
color: #48402E;
border-color: #48402E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48402E?

RGB(72, 64, 46) · HSL(41.5, 22.0%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 36.1%, 71.8%)

Does #48402E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48402E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48402E background; contrast on black is 2.05:1.