#49423D

#49423D

Color Values

HEX

#49423D

RGB

73, 66, 61

HSL

25.0, 9.0%, 26.3%

HSV

25.0, 16.4%, 28.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.6%, 16.4%, 71.4%

OKLCH

0.3845 0.0127 57.9

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.86:1

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 #49423D?

RGB(73, 66, 61) · HSL(25.0, 9.0%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.6%, 16.4%, 71.4%)

Does #49423D meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #49423D?

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