#4E4B42

#4E4B42

Color Values

HEX

#4E4B42

RGB

78, 75, 66

HSL

45.0, 8.3%, 28.2%

HSV

45.0, 15.4%, 30.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 3.8%, 15.4%, 69.4%

OKLCH

0.4128 0.0151 91.7

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: #4E4B42;
color: #4E4B42;
border-color: #4E4B42;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4E4B42?

RGB(78, 75, 66) · HSL(45.0, 8.3%, 28.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 3.8%, 15.4%, 69.4%)

Does #4E4B42 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4E4B42?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4E4B42 background; contrast on black is 2.41:1.