#4E401B

#4E401B

Overview

#4E401B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 64, 27, in HSL 43.5°, 48.6%, 20.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 17.9%, 65.4%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 8008 Olive Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E401B

RGB

78, 64, 27

HSL

43.5, 48.6%, 20.6%

HSV

43.5, 65.4%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.9%, 65.4%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3775 0.0569 88.7

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: #4E401B;
color: #4E401B;
border-color: #4E401B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.13:1

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 #4E401B?

RGB(78, 64, 27) · HSL(43.5, 48.6%, 20.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.9%, 65.4%, 69.4%)

Does #4E401B meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E401B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E401B background; contrast on black is 2.07:1.