#493D37

#493D37

Color Values

HEX

#493D37

RGB

73, 61, 55

HSL

20.0, 14.1%, 25.1%

HSV

20.0, 24.7%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.4%, 24.7%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3707 0.0197 48.2

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: #493D37;
color: #493D37;
border-color: #493D37;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.47:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #493D37?

RGB(73, 61, 55) · HSL(20.0, 14.1%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.4%, 24.7%, 71.4%)

Does #493D37 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.47:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #493D37?

Use FFFFFF text on a #493D37 background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.