#4C423D

#4C423D

Color Values

HEX

#4C423D

RGB

76, 66, 61

HSL

20.0, 10.9%, 26.9%

HSV

20.0, 19.7%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.2%, 19.7%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3877 0.0161 48.3

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: #4C423D;
color: #4C423D;
border-color: #4C423D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C423D?

RGB(76, 66, 61) · HSL(20.0, 10.9%, 26.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.2%, 19.7%, 70.2%)

Does #4C423D meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C423D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C423D background; contrast on black is 2.15:1.