#40382D

#40382D

Color Values

HEX

#40382D

RGB

64, 56, 45

HSL

34.7, 17.4%, 21.4%

HSV

34.7, 29.7%, 25.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.5%, 29.7%, 74.9%

OKLCH

0.3456 0.0216 75.7

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: #40382D;
color: #40382D;
border-color: #40382D;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.82:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #40382D?

RGB(64, 56, 45) · HSL(34.7, 17.4%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.5%, 29.7%, 74.9%)

Does #40382D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #40382D?

Use FFFFFF text on a #40382D background; contrast on black is 1.82:1.