#4A2C15

#4A2C15

Color Values

HEX

#4A2C15

RGB

74, 44, 21

HSL

26.0, 55.8%, 18.6%

HSV

26.0, 71.6%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.5%, 71.6%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3253 0.0567 56.5

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: #4A2C15;
color: #4A2C15;
border-color: #4A2C15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.63:1

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 #4A2C15?

RGB(74, 44, 21) · HSL(26.0, 55.8%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.5%, 71.6%, 71.0%)

Does #4A2C15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A2C15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A2C15 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.