#4E3729 Hex Color

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This dark, muted brown carries a serious and grounded tone. It works well for vintage branding, coffee packaging, or moody website backgrounds. Because #4e3729 feels dusty and reliable, designers choose it to add weight or warmth to a layout without overwhelming the viewer. The hex code for this earthy shade is #4e3729.

Questions about #4e3729

What is #4e3729 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e3729 is rgb(78, 55, 41), in HSL hsl(23, 31%, 23%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 47%, 69%.
What colors pair best with #4e3729?
This deep brown works beautifully with muted creams, soft sage greens, or dusty terracotta tones to create an organic, vintage-inspired palette. For higher contrast, pair it with soft, warm whites or muted mustard yellows to prevent the dark brown from feeling too heavy.
Does #4e3729 read as a warm or cool color?
This shade leans decidedly warm due to its rich, earthy undertones that mimic roasted coffee beans or dark wood. It provides a natural sense of comfort and stability, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want to add weight without coldness.
Is #4e3729 readable on white or black?
#4e3729 has a 11.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.90:1 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.