#4C4644

#4C4644

Overview

#4C4644 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 76, 70, 68, in HSL 15.0°, 5.6%, 28.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 7.9%, 10.5%, 70.2%. The nearest named color is NCS S 7000-N Dark Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#4C4644

RGB

76, 70, 68

HSL

15.0, 5.6%, 28.2%

HSV

15.0, 10.5%, 29.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.9%, 10.5%, 70.2%

OKLCH

0.3994 0.0088 39.4

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: #4C4644;
color: #4C4644;
border-color: #4C4644;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.26:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4C4644?

RGB(76, 70, 68) · HSL(15.0, 5.6%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.9%, 10.5%, 70.2%)

Does #4C4644 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.26:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4C4644?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4C4644 background; contrast on black is 2.27:1.