#492717

#492717

Color Values

HEX

#492717

RGB

73, 39, 23

HSL

19.2, 52.1%, 18.8%

HSV

19.2, 68.5%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.6%, 68.5%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3136 0.0576 45.2

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: #492717;
color: #492717;
border-color: #492717;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492717?

RGB(73, 39, 23) · HSL(19.2, 52.1%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.6%, 68.5%, 71.4%)

Does #492717 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492717?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492717 background; contrast on black is 1.59:1.