#4E2012

#4E2012

Color Values

HEX

#4E2012

RGB

78, 32, 18

HSL

14.0, 62.5%, 18.8%

HSV

14.0, 76.9%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 59.0%, 76.9%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3076 0.0736 37.6

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: #4E2012;
color: #4E2012;
border-color: #4E2012;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 950 #451A03

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.64:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E2012?

RGB(78, 32, 18) · HSL(14.0, 62.5%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 59.0%, 76.9%, 69.4%)

Does #4E2012 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.64:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E2012?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E2012 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.