#4A3D21

#4A3D21

Color Values

HEX

#4A3D21

RGB

74, 61, 33

HSL

41.0, 38.3%, 21.0%

HSV

41.0, 55.4%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.6%, 55.4%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3666 0.0464 85.3

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: #4A3D21;
color: #4A3D21;
border-color: #4A3D21;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.6:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A3D21?

RGB(74, 61, 33) · HSL(41.0, 38.3%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.6%, 55.4%, 71.0%)

Does #4A3D21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.6:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A3D21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A3D21 background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.