#42251E

#42251E

Color Values

HEX

#42251E

RGB

66, 37, 30

HSL

11.7, 37.5%, 18.8%

HSV

11.7, 54.5%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.9%, 54.5%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3002 0.0462 34.4

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: #42251E;
color: #42251E;
border-color: #42251E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.86:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.52:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42251E?

RGB(66, 37, 30) · HSL(11.7, 37.5%, 18.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.9%, 54.5%, 74.1%)

Does #42251E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.86:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42251E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42251E background; contrast on black is 1.52:1.