#4C3B31

#4C3B31

Color Values

HEX

#4C3B31

RGB

76, 59, 49

HSL

22.2, 21.6%, 24.5%

HSV

22.2, 35.5%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.4%, 35.5%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3678 0.0293 52.0

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: #4C3B31;
color: #4C3B31;
border-color: #4C3B31;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.98:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C3B31?

RGB(76, 59, 49) · HSL(22.2, 21.6%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.4%, 35.5%, 70.2%)

Does #4C3B31 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C3B31?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C3B31 background; contrast on black is 1.98:1.