#4E3D23

#4E3D23

Overview

#4E3D23 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 61, 35, in HSL 36.3°, 38.1%, 22.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 21.8%, 55.1%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E3D23

RGB

78, 61, 35

HSL

36.3, 38.1%, 22.2%

HSV

36.3, 55.1%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.8%, 55.1%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3717 0.0464 77.2

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: #4E3D23;
color: #4E3D23;
border-color: #4E3D23;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.02:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E3D23?

RGB(78, 61, 35) · HSL(36.3, 38.1%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.8%, 55.1%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3D23 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3D23?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3D23 background; contrast on black is 2.02:1.