#4E1504 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #4e1504 is a warm red-brown with earthy undertones and a serious, dramatic presence. The hex code #4e1504 suits moody backgrounds, wine branding, formal layouts, and autumn palettes. Use it as a dominant base with cream or pale peach, while white text remains highly legible at about a 14.7:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #4e1504
What is #4e1504 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e1504 is rgb(78, 21, 4), in HSL hsl(14, 90%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 73%, 95%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #4e1504?
#4e1504 pairs well with cream, pale peach, and muted autumn shades, which soften its dark red-brown base without losing its grounded character. Use light neutrals for backgrounds and restrained warm accents to keep the overall palette balanced.
Why does #4e1504 feel warm and serious?
#4e1504 reads as warm because its red base is tempered with brown and earthy undertones. Its low saturation keeps that warmth subdued, creating a serious, grounded mood rather than the brightness of a vivid red.
Is #4e1504 readable on white or black?
#4e1504 has a 14.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.43:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.