#4E382C

#4E382C

Color Values

HEX

#4E382C

RGB

78, 56, 44

HSL

21.2, 27.9%, 23.9%

HSV

21.2, 43.6%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.2%, 43.6%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3621 0.0373 49.8

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: #4E382C;
color: #4E382C;
border-color: #4E382C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.93:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E382C?

RGB(78, 56, 44) · HSL(21.2, 27.9%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.2%, 43.6%, 69.4%)

Does #4E382C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E382C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E382C background; contrast on black is 1.93:1.