#4E2D11

#4E2D11

Overview

#4E2D11 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 45, 17, in HSL 27.5Β°, 64.2%, 18.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 42.3%, 78.2%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E2D11

RGB

78, 45, 17

HSL

27.5, 64.2%, 18.6%

HSV

27.5, 78.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 42.3%, 78.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3328 0.0633 58.2

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: #4E2D11;
color: #4E2D11;
border-color: #4E2D11;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E2D11?

RGB(78, 45, 17) · HSL(27.5, 64.2%, 18.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 42.3%, 78.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E2D11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E2D11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E2D11 background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.