#4D3F17

#4D3F17

Overview

#4D3F17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 63, 23, in HSL 44.4°, 54.0%, 19.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.2%, 70.1%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D3F17

RGB

77, 63, 23

HSL

44.4, 54.0%, 19.6%

HSV

44.4, 70.1%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.2%, 70.1%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3734 0.0599 89.9

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: #4D3F17;
color: #4D3F17;
border-color: #4D3F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.04:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D3F17?

RGB(77, 63, 23) · HSL(44.4, 54.0%, 19.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.2%, 70.1%, 69.8%)

Does #4D3F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D3F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D3F17 background; contrast on black is 2.04:1.