#4E3721

#4E3721

Color Values

HEX

#4E3721

RGB

78, 55, 33

HSL

29.3, 40.5%, 21.8%

HSV

29.3, 57.7%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.5%, 57.7%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3574 0.0476 64.1

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: #4E3721;
color: #4E3721;
border-color: #4E3721;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.1:1

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 #4E3721?

RGB(78, 55, 33) · HSL(29.3, 40.5%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.5%, 57.7%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3721 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3721?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3721 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.