#4D493E

#4D493E

Overview

#4D493E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 77, 73, 62, in HSL 44.0°, 10.8%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 5.2%, 19.5%, 69.8%. The nearest named color is RAL 7010 Tarpaulin Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#4D493E

RGB

77, 73, 62

HSL

44.0, 10.8%, 27.3%

HSV

44.0, 19.5%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 5.2%, 19.5%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.4058 0.0186 90.4

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: #4D493E;
color: #4D493E;
border-color: #4D493E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.98:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D493E?

RGB(77, 73, 62) · HSL(44.0, 10.8%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 5.2%, 19.5%, 69.8%)

Does #4D493E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D493E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D493E background; contrast on black is 2.34:1.