#4C381D

#4C381D

Color Values

HEX

#4C381D

RGB

76, 56, 29

HSL

34.5, 44.8%, 20.6%

HSV

34.5, 61.8%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 26.3%, 61.8%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3564 0.0499 73.3

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: #4C381D;
color: #4C381D;
border-color: #4C381D;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C381D?

RGB(76, 56, 29) · HSL(34.5, 44.8%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 26.3%, 61.8%, 70.2%)

Does #4C381D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C381D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C381D background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.