#4E3F28

#4E3F28

Overview

#4E3F28 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 63, 40, in HSL 36.3°, 32.2%, 23.1%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 19.2%, 48.7%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E3F28

RGB

78, 63, 40

HSL

36.3, 32.2%, 23.1%

HSV

36.3, 48.7%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.2%, 48.7%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3774 0.0415 77.7

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: #4E3F28;
color: #4E3F28;
border-color: #4E3F28;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E3F28?

RGB(78, 63, 40) · HSL(36.3, 32.2%, 23.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.2%, 48.7%, 69.4%)

Does #4E3F28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E3F28?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E3F28 background; contrast on black is 2.07:1.