#4A322C

#4A322C

Overview

#4A322C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 50, 44, in HSL 12.0°, 25.4%, 23.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.4%, 40.5%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A322C

RGB

74, 50, 44

HSL

12.0, 25.4%, 23.1%

HSV

12.0, 40.5%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 40.5%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3434 0.0368 34.6

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: #4A322C;
color: #4A322C;
border-color: #4A322C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A322C?

RGB(74, 50, 44) · HSL(12.0, 25.4%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 40.5%, 71.0%)

Does #4A322C meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A322C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A322C background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.