#492C15

#492C15

Color Values

HEX

#492C15

RGB

73, 44, 21

HSL

26.5, 55.3%, 18.4%

HSV

26.5, 71.2%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 71.2%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3239 0.0556 57.5

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: #492C15;
color: #492C15;
border-color: #492C15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #492C15?

RGB(73, 44, 21) · HSL(26.5, 55.3%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 71.2%, 71.4%)

Does #492C15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #492C15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #492C15 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.