#42210F

#42210F

Color Values

HEX

#42210F

RGB

66, 33, 15

HSL

21.2, 63.0%, 15.9%

HSV

21.2, 77.3%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 50.0%, 77.3%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.2888 0.0583 47.7

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: #42210F;
color: #42210F;
border-color: #42210F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42210F?

RGB(66, 33, 15) · HSL(21.2, 63.0%, 15.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 50.0%, 77.3%, 74.1%)

Does #42210F meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42210F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42210F background; contrast on black is 1.46:1.