#4E493D

#4E493D

Overview

#4E493D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 78, 73, 61, in HSL 42.4°, 12.2%, 27.3%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 6.4%, 21.8%, 69.4%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#4E493D

RGB

78, 73, 61

HSL

42.4, 12.2%, 27.3%

HSV

42.4, 21.8%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.4%, 21.8%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.4065 0.0205 88.1

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: #4E493D;
color: #4E493D;
border-color: #4E493D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E493D?

RGB(78, 73, 61) · HSL(42.4, 12.2%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.4%, 21.8%, 69.4%)

Does #4E493D meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E493D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E493D background; contrast on black is 2.34:1.