#4E4138

#4E4138

Color Values

HEX

#4E4138

RGB

78, 65, 56

HSL

24.5, 16.4%, 26.3%

HSV

24.5, 28.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.7%, 28.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.386 0.0234 56.6

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: #4E4138;
color: #4E4138;
border-color: #4E4138;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4138?

RGB(78, 65, 56) · HSL(24.5, 16.4%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.7%, 28.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4138 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.83:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4138?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4138 background; contrast on black is 2.14:1.