#4E380F

#4E380F

Overview

#4E380F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 56, 15, in HSL 39.0°, 67.7%, 18.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 28.2%, 80.8%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E380F

RGB

78, 56, 15

HSL

39.0, 67.7%, 18.2%

HSV

39.0, 80.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.2%, 80.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3571 0.0636 79.3

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: #4E380F;
color: #4E380F;
border-color: #4E380F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.07:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.9:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E380F?

RGB(78, 56, 15) · HSL(39.0, 67.7%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.2%, 80.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E380F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.07:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E380F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E380F background; contrast on black is 1.9:1.