#4B3E38

#4B3E38

Overview

#4B3E38 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 75, 62, 56, in HSL 18.9°, 14.5%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 17.3%, 25.3%, 70.6%. The nearest named color is RAL 8028 Terra Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4B3E38

RGB

75, 62, 56

HSL

18.9, 14.5%, 25.7%

HSV

18.9, 25.3%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.3%, 25.3%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3756 0.0208 46.2

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: #4B3E38;
color: #4B3E38;
border-color: #4B3E38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B3E38?

RGB(75, 62, 56) · HSL(18.9, 14.5%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.3%, 25.3%, 70.6%)

Does #4B3E38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B3E38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B3E38 background; contrast on black is 2.05:1.