#4E423C

#4E423C

Color Values

HEX

#4E423C

RGB

78, 66, 60

HSL

20.0, 13.0%, 27.1%

HSV

20.0, 23.1%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.4%, 23.1%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3896 0.0194 48.2

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: #4E423C;
color: #4E423C;
border-color: #4E423C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.68:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.17:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E423C?

RGB(78, 66, 60) · HSL(20.0, 13.0%, 27.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.4%, 23.1%, 69.4%)

Does #4E423C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.68:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E423C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E423C background; contrast on black is 2.17:1.