#73482D

#73482D

Overview

#73482D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 115, 72, 45, in HSL 23.1°, 43.8%, 31.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.4%, 60.9%, 54.9%. The nearest named color is RAL 8003 Clay Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#73482D

RGB

115, 72, 45

HSL

23.1, 43.8%, 31.4%

HSV

23.1, 60.9%, 45.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.4%, 60.9%, 54.9%

OKLCH

0.4449 0.0714 52.1

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: #73482D;
color: #73482D;
border-color: #73482D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #73482D?

RGB(115, 72, 45) · HSL(23.1, 43.8%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.4%, 60.9%, 54.9%)

Does #73482D meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #73482D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #73482D background; contrast on black is 2.69:1.