#493715

#493715

Overview

#493715 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 55, 21, in HSL 39.2°, 55.3%, 18.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 24.7%, 71.2%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#493715

RGB

73, 55, 21

HSL

39.2, 55.3%, 18.4%

HSV

39.2, 71.2%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.7%, 71.2%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.349 0.0555 81.0

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: #493715;
color: #493715;
border-color: #493715;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #493715?

RGB(73, 55, 21) · HSL(39.2, 55.3%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.7%, 71.2%, 71.4%)

Does #493715 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #493715?

Use FFFFFF text on a #493715 background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.