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栗子棕 (Formal Maroon)

#70474B

Discovered from colornames_crowdsource. HSL(354,22%,36%) — warm tone.

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Emotion & Mood

Emotion
Warmthcomfortenergy
Mood
Cozy and energizingsubdued yet rich

Personality & Symbolism

Invitingconfidentauthentic
Cultural Symbolism

Stability, endurance, quiet strength

Recommended Use

Interior design, food branding, fashion, lifestyle packaging.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#70474B
+
#48706c
Split Complementary
#487058
#70474B
#486070
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue354°
Saturation22%
Lightness36%
This is a medium-toned color with moderate saturation. It falls in the red hue family (354°).

Technical Values

HEX#70474B
RGBrgb(112, 71, 75)
HSLhsl(354, 22%, 36%)
CMYK0%, 37%, 33%, 56%
ContrastLight
CSSbackground: #70474B;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
7.80:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
2.69:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 354°) triggers psychological responses associated with energy, comfort, and action. Warm colors appear to advance towards the viewer, making elements feel closer and more prominent.

Visual Weight

This mid-range lightness (36%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (22%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.

Design Applications

Food & Beverage

Stimulates appetite and conveys urgency — ideal for restaurant branding, food packaging, and sale promotions.

Health & Vitality

Represents life energy and passion — great for fitness brands, health apps, and wellness products.

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