#4E483F

#4E483F

Overview

#4E483F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 72, 63, in HSL 36.0°, 10.6%, 27.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 7.7%, 19.2%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 7010 Tarpaulin Grey.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E483F

RGB

78, 72, 63

HSL

36.0, 10.6%, 27.6%

HSV

36.0, 19.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.7%, 19.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.4047 0.0167 78.1

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: #4E483F;
color: #4E483F;
border-color: #4E483F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.32:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E483F?

RGB(78, 72, 63) · HSL(36.0, 10.6%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.7%, 19.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E483F meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E483F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E483F background; contrast on black is 2.32:1.