#4A453C

#4A453C

Overview

#4A453C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 74, 69, 60, in HSL 38.6°, 10.4%, 26.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 6.8%, 18.9%, 71.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6006 Grey Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4A453C

RGB

74, 69, 60

HSL

38.6, 10.4%, 26.3%

HSV

38.6, 18.9%, 29.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.8%, 18.9%, 71.0%

OKLCH

0.3925 0.0162 82.3

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: #4A453C;
color: #4A453C;
border-color: #4A453C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4A453C?

RGB(74, 69, 60) · HSL(38.6, 10.4%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.8%, 18.9%, 71.0%)

Does #4A453C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4A453C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4A453C background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.