#402A15

#402A15

Color Values

HEX

#402A15

RGB

64, 42, 21

HSL

29.3, 50.6%, 16.7%

HSV

29.3, 67.2%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.4%, 67.2%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3065 0.0466 63.3

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: #402A15;
color: #402A15;
border-color: #402A15;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.56:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #402A15?

RGB(64, 42, 21) · HSL(29.3, 50.6%, 16.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.4%, 67.2%, 74.9%)

Does #402A15 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402A15?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402A15 background; contrast on black is 1.56:1.