#4A3D36

#4A3D36

Color Values

HEX

#4A3D36

RGB

74, 61, 54

HSL

21.0, 15.6%, 25.1%

HSV

21.0, 27.0%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.6%, 27.0%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3715 0.0217 50.0

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: #4A3D36;
color: #4A3D36;
border-color: #4A3D36;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A3D36?

RGB(74, 61, 54) · HSL(21.0, 15.6%, 25.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.6%, 27.0%, 71.0%)

Does #4A3D36 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A3D36?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A3D36 background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.