#402A21

#402A21

Color Values

HEX

#402A21

RGB

64, 42, 33

HSL

17.4, 32.0%, 19.0%

HSV

17.4, 48.4%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.4%, 48.4%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.309 0.0366 43.1

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: #402A21;
color: #402A21;
border-color: #402A21;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #402A21?

RGB(64, 42, 33) · HSL(17.4, 32.0%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.4%, 48.4%, 74.9%)

Does #402A21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402A21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402A21 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.