#4E4438

#4E4438

Color Values

HEX

#4E4438

RGB

78, 68, 56

HSL

32.7, 16.4%, 26.3%

HSV

32.7, 28.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.8%, 28.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3931 0.0238 72.1

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: #4E4438;
color: #4E4438;
border-color: #4E4438;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4438?

RGB(78, 68, 56) · HSL(32.7, 16.4%, 26.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.8%, 28.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4438 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4438?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4438 background; contrast on black is 2.21:1.