#4E3520

#4E3520

Color Values

HEX

#4E3520

RGB

78, 53, 32

HSL

27.4, 41.8%, 21.6%

HSV

27.4, 59.0%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.1%, 59.0%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3527 0.0489 60.3

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: #4E3520;
color: #4E3520;
border-color: #4E3520;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.33:1

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 #4E3520?

RGB(78, 53, 32) · HSL(27.4, 41.8%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.1%, 59.0%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3520 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.33:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3520?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3520 background; contrast on black is 1.85:1.