#402820

#402820

Color Values

HEX

#402820

RGB

64, 40, 32

HSL

15.0, 33.3%, 18.8%

HSV

15.0, 50.0%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.5%, 50.0%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3043 0.0391 39.2

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: #402820;
color: #402820;
border-color: #402820;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.62:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.54:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #402820?

RGB(64, 40, 32) · HSL(15.0, 33.3%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.5%, 50.0%, 74.9%)

Does #402820 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.62:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402820?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402820 background; contrast on black is 1.54:1.