#4A4331

#4A4331

Color Values

HEX

#4A4331

RGB

74, 67, 49

HSL

43.2, 20.3%, 24.1%

HSV

43.2, 33.8%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.5%, 33.8%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3846 0.0303 89.3

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: #4A4331;
color: #4A4331;
border-color: #4A4331;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.82:1

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 #4A4331?

RGB(74, 67, 49) · HSL(43.2, 20.3%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.5%, 33.8%, 71.0%)

Does #4A4331 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.82:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A4331?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A4331 background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.