#4A453A

#4A453A

Color Values

HEX

#4A453A

RGB

74, 69, 58

HSL

41.2, 12.1%, 25.9%

HSV

41.2, 21.6%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.8%, 21.6%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3919 0.0192 86.5

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: #4A453A;
color: #4A453A;
border-color: #4A453A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A453A?

RGB(74, 69, 58) · HSL(41.2, 12.1%, 25.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.8%, 21.6%, 71.0%)

Does #4A453A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A453A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A453A background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.