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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#493F2D — Taupe
#493F2D is a dark desaturated brown sitting at 39° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #493F2D
- f9f8f6
- e7e2d8
- d6ccbb
- c4b79e
- b2a181
- a08b64
- 847251
- 67593f
- 4a402d
- 2d271c
- 100e0a
Color schemes using #493F2D
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#493F2D FAQ
What color is #493F2D?
#493F2D is a shade of taupe in the brown family. It has a hue of 39 degrees, 24% saturation and 23% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #493F2D?
#493F2D is rgb(73, 63, 45) in RGB, hsl(39, 24%, 23%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 14%, 38%, 71%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #493F2D?
White text on this background reaches 10.33:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.03:1.
What colors go well with #493F2D?
Its direct complement is #2D3649. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2D4549 and #312D49 gives you contrast without the vibration.