#4E3C27

#4E3C27

Overview

#4E3C27 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 60, 39, in HSL 32.3°, 33.3%, 22.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.1%, 50.0%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E3C27

RGB

78, 60, 39

HSL

32.3, 33.3%, 22.9%

HSV

32.3, 50.0%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.1%, 50.0%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3701 0.0416 70.3

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: #4E3C27;
color: #4E3C27;
border-color: #4E3C27;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E3C27?

RGB(78, 60, 39) · HSL(32.3, 33.3%, 22.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.1%, 50.0%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3C27 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3C27?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3C27 background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.