#49372D

#49372D

Color Values

HEX

#49372D

RGB

73, 55, 45

HSL

21.4, 23.7%, 23.1%

HSV

21.4, 38.4%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.7%, 38.4%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3538 0.0308 50.4

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: #49372D;
color: #49372D;
border-color: #49372D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #49372D?

RGB(73, 55, 45) · HSL(21.4, 23.7%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.7%, 38.4%, 71.4%)

Does #49372D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #49372D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #49372D background; contrast on black is 1.87:1.