#4D4A44

#4D4A44

Color Values

HEX

#4D4A44

RGB

77, 74, 68

HSL

40.0, 6.2%, 28.4%

HSV

40.0, 11.7%, 30.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 3.9%, 11.7%, 69.8%

OKLCH

0.41 0.0106 84.6

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: #4D4A44;
color: #4D4A44;
border-color: #4D4A44;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4D4A44?

RGB(77, 74, 68) · HSL(40.0, 6.2%, 28.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 3.9%, 11.7%, 69.8%)

Does #4D4A44 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4D4A44?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4D4A44 background; contrast on black is 2.38:1.