#4C3523

#4C3523

Overview

#4C3523 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 53, 35, in HSL 26.3Β°, 36.9%, 21.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.3%, 53.9%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C3523

RGB

76, 53, 35

HSL

26.3, 36.9%, 21.8%

HSV

26.3, 53.9%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.3%, 53.9%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3506 0.044 58.7

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: #4C3523;
color: #4C3523;
border-color: #4C3523;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.41:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.84:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C3523?

RGB(76, 53, 35) · HSL(26.3, 36.9%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.3%, 53.9%, 70.2%)

Does #4C3523 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C3523?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C3523 background; contrast on black is 1.84:1.