#4D4738

#4D4738

Overview

#4D4738 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 71, 56, in HSL 42.9°, 15.8%, 26.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 7.8%, 27.3%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D4738

RGB

77, 71, 56

HSL

42.9, 15.8%, 26.1%

HSV

42.9, 27.3%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.8%, 27.3%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.3993 0.0254 88.8

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: #4D4738;
color: #4D4738;
border-color: #4D4738;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D4738?

RGB(77, 71, 56) · HSL(42.9, 15.8%, 26.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.8%, 27.3%, 69.8%)

Does #4D4738 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D4738?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D4738 background; contrast on black is 2.27:1.