#4F442A

#4F442A

Color Values

HEX

#4F442A

RGB

79, 68, 42

HSL

42.2, 30.6%, 23.7%

HSV

42.2, 46.8%, 31.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.9%, 46.8%, 69.0%

OKLCH

0.3909 0.0428 87.5

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: #4F442A;
color: #4F442A;
border-color: #4F442A;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4F442A?

RGB(79, 68, 42) · HSL(42.2, 30.6%, 23.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.9%, 46.8%, 69.0%)

Does #4F442A meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4F442A?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4F442A background; contrast on black is 2.19:1.