#401C12

#401C12

Color Values

HEX

#401C12

RGB

64, 28, 18

HSL

13.0, 56.1%, 16.1%

HSV

13.0, 71.9%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 56.2%, 71.9%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.276 0.0591 36.4

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: #401C12;
color: #401C12;
border-color: #401C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #401C12?

RGB(64, 28, 18) · HSL(13.0, 56.1%, 16.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 56.2%, 71.9%, 74.9%)

Does #401C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #401C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #401C12 background; contrast on black is 1.39:1.