#4E260F

#4E260F

Color Values

HEX

#4E260F

RGB

78, 38, 15

HSL

21.9, 67.7%, 18.2%

HSV

21.9, 80.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.3%, 80.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3184 0.0691 48.2

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: #4E260F;
color: #4E260F;
border-color: #4E260F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E260F?

RGB(78, 38, 15) · HSL(21.9, 67.7%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.3%, 80.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E260F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E260F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E260F background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.