#4E362D

#4E362D

Color Values

HEX

#4E362D

RGB

78, 54, 45

HSL

16.4, 26.8%, 24.1%

HSV

16.4, 42.3%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.8%, 42.3%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3578 0.038 41.4

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: #4E362D;
color: #4E362D;
border-color: #4E362D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E362D?

RGB(78, 54, 45) · HSL(16.4, 26.8%, 24.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.8%, 42.3%, 69.4%)

Does #4E362D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E362D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E362D background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.