#4D3814

#4D3814

Color Values

HEX

#4D3814

RGB

77, 56, 20

HSL

37.9, 58.8%, 19.0%

HSV

37.9, 74.0%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.3%, 74.0%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3564 0.0591 78.2

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: #4D3814;
color: #4D3814;
border-color: #4D3814;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D3814?

RGB(77, 56, 20) · HSL(37.9, 58.8%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.3%, 74.0%, 69.8%)

Does #4D3814 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D3814?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D3814 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.