#4A4537

#4A4537

Color Values

HEX

#4A4537

RGB

74, 69, 55

HSL

44.2, 14.7%, 25.3%

HSV

44.2, 25.7%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.8%, 25.7%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.391 0.0236 90.7

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: #4A4537;
color: #4A4537;
border-color: #4A4537;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A4537?

RGB(74, 69, 55) · HSL(44.2, 14.7%, 25.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.8%, 25.7%, 71.0%)

Does #4A4537 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A4537?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A4537 background; contrast on black is 2.2:1.