#4E402F

#4E402F

Color Values

HEX

#4E402F

RGB

78, 64, 47

HSL

32.9, 24.8%, 24.5%

HSV

32.9, 39.7%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.9%, 39.7%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3813 0.0334 72.0

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: #4E402F;
color: #4E402F;
border-color: #4E402F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.01:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E402F?

RGB(78, 64, 47) · HSL(32.9, 24.8%, 24.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.9%, 39.7%, 69.4%)

Does #4E402F meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.01:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E402F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E402F background; contrast on black is 2.1:1.