#4B422B

#4B422B

Color Values

HEX

#4B422B

RGB

75, 66, 43

HSL

43.1, 27.1%, 23.1%

HSV

43.1, 42.7%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.0%, 42.7%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3818 0.0381 89.0

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: #4B422B;
color: #4B422B;
border-color: #4B422B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B422B?

RGB(75, 66, 43) · HSL(43.1, 27.1%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.0%, 42.7%, 70.6%)

Does #4B422B meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B422B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B422B background; contrast on black is 2.11:1.