#421C12

#421C12

Color Values

HEX

#421C12

RGB

66, 28, 18

HSL

12.5, 57.1%, 16.5%

HSV

12.5, 72.7%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 57.6%, 72.7%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.2795 0.0619 35.8

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: #421C12;
color: #421C12;
border-color: #421C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 950 #431407

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.93:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.41:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #421C12?

RGB(66, 28, 18) · HSL(12.5, 57.1%, 16.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 57.6%, 72.7%, 74.1%)

Does #421C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #421C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #421C12 background; contrast on black is 1.41:1.