#4B4740

#4B4740

Color Values

HEX

#4B4740

RGB

75, 71, 64

HSL

38.2, 7.9%, 27.3%

HSV

38.2, 14.7%, 29.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 5.3%, 14.7%, 70.6%

OKLCH

0.3995 0.0127 81.8

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: #4B4740;
color: #4B4740;
border-color: #4B4740;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4B4740?

RGB(75, 71, 64) · HSL(38.2, 7.9%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 5.3%, 14.7%, 70.6%)

Does #4B4740 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4B4740?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4B4740 background; contrast on black is 2.27:1.