#4E371B

#4E371B

Overview

#4E371B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 55, 27, in HSL 32.9°, 48.6%, 20.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 29.5%, 65.4%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E371B

RGB

78, 55, 27

HSL

32.9, 48.6%, 20.6%

HSV

32.9, 65.4%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.5%, 65.4%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3563 0.0533 70.1

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: #4E371B;
color: #4E371B;
border-color: #4E371B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.13:1

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 #4E371B?

RGB(78, 55, 27) · HSL(32.9, 48.6%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.5%, 65.4%, 69.4%)

Does #4E371B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E371B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E371B background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.