#493718

#493718

Color Values

HEX

#493718

RGB

73, 55, 24

HSL

38.0, 50.5%, 19.0%

HSV

38.0, 67.1%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.7%, 67.1%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3495 0.0526 79.2

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: #493718;
color: #493718;
border-color: #493718;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.39:1

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 #493718?

RGB(73, 55, 24) · HSL(38.0, 50.5%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.7%, 67.1%, 71.4%)

Does #493718 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #493718?

Use FFFFFF text on a #493718 background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.