#48403E

#48403E

Color Values

HEX

#48403E

RGB

72, 64, 62

HSL

12.0, 7.5%, 26.3%

HSV

12.0, 13.9%, 28.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 13.9%, 71.8%

OKLCH

0.3789 0.0116 34.3

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: #48403E;
color: #48403E;
border-color: #48403E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #48403E?

RGB(72, 64, 62) · HSL(12.0, 7.5%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 13.9%, 71.8%)

Does #48403E meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #48403E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #48403E background; contrast on black is 2.08:1.