#4E4635 Hex Color
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Dark yellow gone muddy, almost grey. The hex code #4e4635 sits low in both saturation and lightness, so it works best as a dark background or supporting tone in moody layouts, not a headline color. Pair it with cream or dusty terracotta to keep it from reading flat. White text lands around 9.3:1 contrast on top, well past AA for body copy.
Questions about #4e4635
What is #4e4635 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e4635 is rgb(78, 70, 53), in HSL hsl(41, 19%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 32%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #4e4635?
Warm creams, dusty terracotta, and muted sage all lift this color without fighting its low saturation. Because #4e4635 is so dark and dull, brighter companions keep a palette from turning muddy. Avoid pairing it with similar dark browns unless you want a heavy, tonal look.
Does #4e4635 read warm or cool?
It reads warm, despite the gloomy feel. The yellow and brown undertones keep it earthy rather than cold, though its heavy gray cast mutes that warmth. Think shaded soil or dry brush more than sunshine.
Is #4e4635 readable on white or black?
#4e4635 has a 9.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.25:1 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.