#4A2C13

#4A2C13

Color Values

HEX

#4A2C13

RGB

74, 44, 19

HSL

27.3, 59.1%, 18.2%

HSV

27.3, 74.3%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.5%, 74.3%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.325 0.0581 58.4

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: #4A2C13;
color: #4A2C13;
border-color: #4A2C13;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A2C13?

RGB(74, 44, 19) · HSL(27.3, 59.1%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.5%, 74.3%, 71.0%)

Does #4A2C13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A2C13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A2C13 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.