#492111

#492111

Color Values

HEX

#492111

RGB

73, 33, 17

HSL

17.1, 62.2%, 17.6%

HSV

17.1, 76.7%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.8%, 76.7%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3007 0.0664 41.7

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: #492111;
color: #492111;
border-color: #492111;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492111?

RGB(73, 33, 17) · HSL(17.1, 62.2%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.8%, 76.7%, 71.4%)

Does #492111 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492111?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492111 background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.