#4A372C

#4A372C

Overview

#4A372C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 55, 44, in HSL 22.0°, 25.4%, 23.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.7%, 40.5%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A372C

RGB

74, 55, 44

HSL

22.0, 25.4%, 23.1%

HSV

22.0, 40.5%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.7%, 40.5%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3547 0.0329 51.4

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: #4A372C;
color: #4A372C;
border-color: #4A372C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.21:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.87:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A372C?

RGB(74, 55, 44) · HSL(22.0, 25.4%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.7%, 40.5%, 71.0%)

Does #4A372C meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.21:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A372C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A372C background; contrast on black is 1.87:1.