#4E4441

#4E4441

Color Values

HEX

#4E4441

RGB

78, 68, 65

HSL

13.8, 9.1%, 28.0%

HSV

13.8, 16.7%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.8%, 16.7%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.3958 0.0146 37.4

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: #4E4441;
color: #4E4441;
border-color: #4E4441;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4441?

RGB(78, 68, 65) · HSL(13.8, 9.1%, 28.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.8%, 16.7%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4441 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4441?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4441 background; contrast on black is 2.23:1.