#4D2E25

#4D2E25

Overview

#4D2E25 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 46, 37, in HSL 13.5°, 35.1%, 22.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.3%, 51.9%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D2E25

RGB

77, 46, 37

HSL

13.5, 35.1%, 22.4%

HSV

13.5, 51.9%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.3%, 51.9%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3371 0.0486 36.9

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: #4D2E25;
color: #4D2E25;
border-color: #4D2E25;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.12:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D2E25?

RGB(77, 46, 37) · HSL(13.5, 35.1%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.3%, 51.9%, 69.8%)

Does #4D2E25 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.12:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D2E25?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D2E25 background; contrast on black is 1.73:1.