#4A423F

#4A423F

Color Values

HEX

#4A423F

RGB

74, 66, 63

HSL

16.4, 8.0%, 26.9%

HSV

16.4, 14.9%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.8%, 14.9%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3862 0.0121 41.7

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: #4A423F;
color: #4A423F;
border-color: #4A423F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.8:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A423F?

RGB(74, 66, 63) · HSL(16.4, 8.0%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.8%, 14.9%, 71.0%)

Does #4A423F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.8:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A423F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A423F background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.