#4C2C17

#4C2C17

Overview

#4C2C17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 44, 23, in HSL 23.8°, 53.5%, 19.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.1%, 69.7%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C2C17

RGB

76, 44, 23

HSL

23.8, 53.5%, 19.4%

HSV

23.8, 69.7%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.1%, 69.7%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3286 0.0577 52.7

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: #4C2C17;
color: #4C2C17;
border-color: #4C2C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C2C17?

RGB(76, 44, 23) · HSL(23.8, 53.5%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.1%, 69.7%, 70.2%)

Does #4C2C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C2C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C2C17 background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.