#4E493F

#4E493F

Color Values

HEX

#4E493F

RGB

78, 73, 63

HSL

40.0, 10.6%, 27.6%

HSV

40.0, 19.2%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.4%, 19.2%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.4071 0.0175 84.6

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: #4E493F;
color: #4E493F;
border-color: #4E493F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.35:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E493F?

RGB(78, 73, 63) · HSL(40.0, 10.6%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.4%, 19.2%, 69.4%)

Does #4E493F meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E493F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E493F background; contrast on black is 2.35:1.