#4F423C

#4F423C

Color Values

HEX

#4F423C

RGB

79, 66, 60

HSL

18.9, 13.7%, 27.3%

HSV

18.9, 24.1%, 31.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.5%, 24.1%, 69.0%

OKLCH

0.3907 0.0206 46.2

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: #4F423C;
color: #4F423C;
border-color: #4F423C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.65:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4F423C?

RGB(79, 66, 60) · HSL(18.9, 13.7%, 27.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.5%, 24.1%, 69.0%)

Does #4F423C meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.65:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4F423C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4F423C background; contrast on black is 2.18:1.