#493A0F

#493A0F

Overview

#493A0F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 73, 58, 15, in HSL 44.5°, 65.9%, 17.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 20.5%, 79.5%, 71.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#493A0F

RGB

73, 58, 15

HSL

44.5, 65.9%, 17.3%

HSV

44.5, 79.5%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.5%, 79.5%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3556 0.0623 89.2

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: #493A0F;
color: #493A0F;
border-color: #493A0F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #493A0F?

RGB(73, 58, 15) · HSL(44.5, 65.9%, 17.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.5%, 79.5%, 71.4%)

Does #493A0F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #493A0F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #493A0F background; contrast on black is 1.9:1.