#4E3D1C

#4E3D1C

Overview

#4E3D1C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 61, 28, in HSL 39.6°, 47.2%, 20.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.8%, 64.1%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E3D1C

RGB

78, 61, 28

HSL

39.6, 47.2%, 20.8%

HSV

39.6, 64.1%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.8%, 64.1%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3705 0.054 82.3

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: #4E3D1C;
color: #4E3D1C;
border-color: #4E3D1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E3D1C?

RGB(78, 61, 28) · HSL(39.6, 47.2%, 20.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.8%, 64.1%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3D1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3D1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3D1C background; contrast on black is 2.01:1.