#49423C

#49423C

Color Values

HEX

#49423C

RGB

73, 66, 60

HSL

27.7, 9.8%, 26.1%

HSV

27.7, 17.8%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.6%, 17.8%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3842 0.0139 63.0

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: #49423C;
color: #49423C;
border-color: #49423C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.87:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #49423C?

RGB(73, 66, 60) · HSL(27.7, 9.8%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.6%, 17.8%, 71.4%)

Does #49423C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #49423C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #49423C background; contrast on black is 2.13:1.