#4B3715

#4B3715

Color Values

HEX

#4B3715

RGB

75, 55, 21

HSL

37.8, 56.3%, 18.8%

HSV

37.8, 72.0%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.7%, 72.0%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3516 0.0566 78.3

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: #4B3715;
color: #4B3715;
border-color: #4B3715;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.31:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.86:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B3715?

RGB(75, 55, 21) · HSL(37.8, 56.3%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.7%, 72.0%, 70.6%)

Does #4B3715 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.31:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B3715?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B3715 background; contrast on black is 1.86:1.