#4E4224

#4E4224

Color Values

HEX

#4E4224

RGB

78, 66, 36

HSL

42.9, 36.8%, 22.4%

HSV

42.9, 53.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.4%, 53.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3838 0.0483 88.3

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: #4E4224;
color: #4E4224;
border-color: #4E4224;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.87:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4224?

RGB(78, 66, 36) · HSL(42.9, 36.8%, 22.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.4%, 53.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4224 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.87:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4224?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4224 background; contrast on black is 2.13:1.