#4E3429

#4E3429

Color Values

HEX

#4E3429

RGB

78, 52, 41

HSL

17.8, 31.1%, 23.3%

HSV

17.8, 47.4%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.3%, 47.4%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3524 0.0422 43.8

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: #4E3429;
color: #4E3429;
border-color: #4E3429;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E3429?

RGB(78, 52, 41) · HSL(17.8, 31.1%, 23.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.3%, 47.4%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3429 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3429?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3429 background; contrast on black is 1.85:1.