#4B3516

#4B3516

Color Values

HEX

#4B3516

RGB

75, 53, 22

HSL

35.1, 54.6%, 19.0%

HSV

35.1, 70.7%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.3%, 70.7%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3471 0.0553 73.5

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: #4B3516;
color: #4B3516;
border-color: #4B3516;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B3516?

RGB(75, 53, 22) · HSL(35.1, 54.6%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.3%, 70.7%, 70.6%)

Does #4B3516 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B3516?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B3516 background; contrast on black is 1.82:1.