#4D3E16

#4D3E16

Overview

#4D3E16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 62, 22, in HSL 43.6°, 55.6%, 19.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.5%, 71.4%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D3E16

RGB

77, 62, 22

HSL

43.6, 55.6%, 19.4%

HSV

43.6, 71.4%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.5%, 71.4%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3709 0.0601 88.5

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: #4D3E16;
color: #4D3E16;
border-color: #4D3E16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D3E16?

RGB(77, 62, 22) · HSL(43.6, 55.6%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.5%, 71.4%, 69.8%)

Does #4D3E16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D3E16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D3E16 background; contrast on black is 2.02:1.