#4E4740

#4E4740

Color Values

HEX

#4E4740

RGB

78, 71, 64

HSL

30.0, 9.9%, 27.8%

HSV

30.0, 17.9%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.0%, 17.9%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.4026 0.0149 67.4

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: #4E4740;
color: #4E4740;
border-color: #4E4740;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4740?

RGB(78, 71, 64) · HSL(30.0, 9.9%, 27.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.0%, 17.9%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4740 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4740?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4740 background; contrast on black is 2.3:1.