#40320E

#40320E

Color Values

HEX

#40320E

RGB

64, 50, 14

HSL

43.2, 64.1%, 15.3%

HSV

43.2, 78.1%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.9%, 78.1%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3247 0.055 87.3

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: #40320E;
color: #40320E;
border-color: #40320E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.68:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40320E?

RGB(64, 50, 14) · HSL(43.2, 64.1%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.9%, 78.1%, 74.9%)

Does #40320E meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40320E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40320E background; contrast on black is 1.68:1.