#73451E

#73451E

Overview

#73451E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 115, 69, 30, in HSL 27.5°, 58.6%, 28.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.0%, 73.9%, 54.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#73451E

RGB

115, 69, 30

HSL

27.5, 58.6%, 28.4%

HSV

27.5, 73.9%, 45.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.0%, 73.9%, 54.9%

OKLCH

0.4368 0.0826 58.2

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: #73451E;
color: #73451E;
border-color: #73451E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.6:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #73451E?

RGB(115, 69, 30) · HSL(27.5, 58.6%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.0%, 73.9%, 54.9%)

Does #73451E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #73451E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #73451E background; contrast on black is 2.6:1.