#4A2217

#4A2217

Color Values

HEX

#4A2217

RGB

74, 34, 23

HSL

12.9, 52.6%, 19.0%

HSV

12.9, 68.9%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.1%, 68.9%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3053 0.064 36.3

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: #4A2217;
color: #4A2217;
border-color: #4A2217;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.7:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A2217?

RGB(74, 34, 23) · HSL(12.9, 52.6%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.1%, 68.9%, 71.0%)

Does #4A2217 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.7:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A2217?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A2217 background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.