#4A3C16

#4A3C16

Overview

#4A3C16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 60, 22, in HSL 43.8°, 54.2%, 18.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.9%, 70.3%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A3C16

RGB

74, 60, 22

HSL

43.8, 54.2%, 18.8%

HSV

43.8, 70.3%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 70.3%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3624 0.0578 88.9

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: #4A3C16;
color: #4A3C16;
border-color: #4A3C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.95:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A3C16?

RGB(74, 60, 22) · HSL(43.8, 54.2%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 70.3%, 71.0%)

Does #4A3C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.77:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A3C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A3C16 background; contrast on black is 1.95:1.