#422B0C

#422B0C

Color Values

HEX

#422B0C

RGB

66, 43, 12

HSL

34.4, 69.2%, 15.3%

HSV

34.4, 81.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 81.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3103 0.0558 70.8

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: #422B0C;
color: #422B0C;
border-color: #422B0C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.58:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #422B0C?

RGB(66, 43, 12) · HSL(34.4, 69.2%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 81.8%, 74.1%)

Does #422B0C meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #422B0C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #422B0C background; contrast on black is 1.58:1.