#4E1D12

#4E1D12

Color Values

HEX

#4E1D12

RGB

78, 29, 18

HSL

11.0, 62.5%, 18.8%

HSV

11.0, 76.9%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.8%, 76.9%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3025 0.077 34.1

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: #4E1D12;
color: #4E1D12;
border-color: #4E1D12;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E1D12?

RGB(78, 29, 18) · HSL(11.0, 62.5%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.8%, 76.9%, 69.4%)

Does #4E1D12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E1D12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E1D12 background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.