#4C4637

#4C4637

Overview

#4C4637 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 70, 55, in HSL 42.9°, 16.0%, 25.7%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 7.9%, 27.6%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C4637

RGB

76, 70, 55

HSL

42.9, 16.0%, 25.7%

HSV

42.9, 27.6%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.9%, 27.6%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3956 0.0254 88.8

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: #4C4637;
color: #4C4637;
border-color: #4C4637;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C4637?

RGB(76, 70, 55) · HSL(42.9, 16.0%, 25.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.9%, 27.6%, 70.2%)

Does #4C4637 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C4637?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C4637 background; contrast on black is 2.24:1.