#4D2D23

#4D2D23

Overview

#4D2D23 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 45, 35, in HSL 14.3°, 37.5%, 22.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.6%, 54.5%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D2D23

RGB

77, 45, 35

HSL

14.3, 37.5%, 22.0%

HSV

14.3, 54.5%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.6%, 54.5%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3345 0.0507 38.1

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: #4D2D23;
color: #4D2D23;
border-color: #4D2D23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.72:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D2D23?

RGB(77, 45, 35) · HSL(14.3, 37.5%, 22.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.6%, 54.5%, 69.8%)

Does #4D2D23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D2D23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D2D23 background; contrast on black is 1.72:1.