#4A3E21

#4A3E21

Color Values

HEX

#4A3E21

RGB

74, 62, 33

HSL

42.4, 38.3%, 21.0%

HSV

42.4, 55.4%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.2%, 55.4%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.369 0.0472 87.6

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: #4A3E21;
color: #4A3E21;
border-color: #4A3E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.49:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A3E21?

RGB(74, 62, 33) · HSL(42.4, 38.3%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.2%, 55.4%, 71.0%)

Does #4A3E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.49:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A3E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A3E21 background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.