#4E2F18

#4E2F18

Color Values

HEX

#4E2F18

RGB

78, 47, 24

HSL

25.6, 52.9%, 20.0%

HSV

25.6, 69.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.7%, 69.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3381 0.0576 55.9

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: #4E2F18;
color: #4E2F18;
border-color: #4E2F18;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.74:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E2F18?

RGB(78, 47, 24) · HSL(25.6, 52.9%, 20.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.7%, 69.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E2F18 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E2F18?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E2F18 background; contrast on black is 1.74:1.