#49251D

#49251D

Overview

#49251D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 37, 29, in HSL 10.9°, 43.1%, 20.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 49.3%, 60.3%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#49251D

RGB

73, 37, 29

HSL

10.9, 43.1%, 20.0%

HSV

10.9, 60.3%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 49.3%, 60.3%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3108 0.0567 33.5

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: #49251D;
color: #49251D;
border-color: #49251D;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #49251D?

RGB(73, 37, 29) · HSL(10.9, 43.1%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 49.3%, 60.3%, 71.4%)

Does #49251D meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #49251D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #49251D background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.