#4E4942

#4E4942

Color Values

HEX

#4E4942

RGB

78, 73, 66

HSL

35.0, 8.3%, 28.2%

HSV

35.0, 15.4%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 6.4%, 15.4%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.408 0.0132 76.5

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: #4E4942;
color: #4E4942;
border-color: #4E4942;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.91:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.36:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4942?

RGB(78, 73, 66) · HSL(35.0, 8.3%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 6.4%, 15.4%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4942 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.91:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4942?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4942 background; contrast on black is 2.36:1.