#401C14

#401C14

Color Values

HEX

#401C14

RGB

64, 28, 20

HSL

10.9, 52.4%, 16.5%

HSV

10.9, 68.8%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 56.2%, 68.8%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.2764 0.0583 33.8

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: #401C14;
color: #401C14;
border-color: #401C14;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.06:1

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 #401C14?

RGB(64, 28, 20) · HSL(10.9, 52.4%, 16.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 56.2%, 68.8%, 74.9%)

Does #401C14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.06:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #401C14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #401C14 background; contrast on black is 1.39:1.