#4B2C17

#4B2C17

Color Values

HEX

#4B2C17

RGB

75, 44, 23

HSL

24.2, 53.1%, 19.2%

HSV

24.2, 69.3%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.3%, 69.3%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3271 0.0565 53.5

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: #4B2C17;
color: #4B2C17;
border-color: #4B2C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.56:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B2C17?

RGB(75, 44, 23) · HSL(24.2, 53.1%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.3%, 69.3%, 70.6%)

Does #4B2C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.56:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B2C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B2C17 background; contrast on black is 1.67:1.