#402A16

#402A16

Color Values

HEX

#402A16

RGB

64, 42, 22

HSL

28.6, 48.8%, 16.9%

HSV

28.6, 65.6%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.4%, 65.6%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3066 0.0457 62.1

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: #402A16;
color: #402A16;
border-color: #402A16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.45:1

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 #402A16?

RGB(64, 42, 22) · HSL(28.6, 48.8%, 16.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.4%, 65.6%, 74.9%)

Does #402A16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402A16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402A16 background; contrast on black is 1.56:1.