#4F493E

#4F493E

Color Values

HEX

#4F493E

RGB

79, 73, 62

HSL

38.8, 12.1%, 27.6%

HSV

38.8, 21.5%, 31.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 7.6%, 21.5%, 69.0%

OKLCH

0.4078 0.0195 82.7

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: #4F493E;
color: #4F493E;
border-color: #4F493E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 600 #57534E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.92:1

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 #4F493E?

RGB(79, 73, 62) · HSL(38.8, 12.1%, 27.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 7.6%, 21.5%, 69.0%)

Does #4F493E meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.92:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4F493E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4F493E background; contrast on black is 2.36:1.