#42190F

#42190F

Overview

#42190F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 25, 15, in HSL 11.8°, 63.0%, 15.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 62.1%, 77.3%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8012 Red Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#42190F

RGB

66, 25, 15

HSL

11.8, 63.0%, 15.9%

HSV

11.8, 77.3%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 62.1%, 77.3%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.2735 0.0666 34.9

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: #42190F;
color: #42190F;
border-color: #42190F;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.24:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42190F?

RGB(66, 25, 15) · HSL(11.8, 63.0%, 15.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 62.1%, 77.3%, 74.1%)

Does #42190F meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.24:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42190F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42190F background; contrast on black is 1.38:1.