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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D3714 — Taupe
#4D3714 is a dark moderately saturated orange sitting at 37° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #4D3714
- fcf8f3
- f2e4ce
- e9d0a8
- dfbc83
- d5a75e
- cc9338
- a9792c
- 845f22
- 5f4418
- 3a290f
- 140f05
Color schemes using #4D3714
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#4D3714 FAQ
What color is #4D3714?
#4D3714 is a shade of taupe in the orange family. It has a hue of 37 degrees, 59% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D3714?
#4D3714 is rgb(77, 55, 20) in RGB, hsl(37, 59%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 29%, 74%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D3714?
White text on this background reaches 11.22:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.87:1.
What colors go well with #4D3714?
Its direct complement is #142A4D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #14464D and #1B144D gives you contrast without the vibration.