#402D1B

#402D1B

Color Values

HEX

#402D1B

RGB

64, 45, 27

HSL

29.2, 40.7%, 17.8%

HSV

29.2, 57.8%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 29.7%, 57.8%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3146 0.0405 63.9

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: #402D1B;
color: #402D1B;
border-color: #402D1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #402D1B?

RGB(64, 45, 27) · HSL(29.2, 40.7%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 29.7%, 57.8%, 74.9%)

Does #402D1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #402D1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #402D1B background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.