#4A4138

#4A4138

Color Values

HEX

#4A4138

RGB

74, 65, 56

HSL

30.0, 13.8%, 25.5%

HSV

30.0, 24.3%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.2%, 24.3%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3816 0.0193 67.2

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: #4A4138;
color: #4A4138;
border-color: #4A4138;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A4138?

RGB(74, 65, 56) · HSL(30.0, 13.8%, 25.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.2%, 24.3%, 71.0%)

Does #4A4138 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A4138?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A4138 background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.