#422B19

#422B19

Color Values

HEX

#422B19

RGB

66, 43, 25

HSL

26.3, 45.1%, 17.8%

HSV

26.3, 62.1%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 62.1%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3123 0.045 58.2

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: #422B19;
color: #422B19;
border-color: #422B19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.2:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.59:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #422B19?

RGB(66, 43, 25) · HSL(26.3, 45.1%, 17.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 62.1%, 74.1%)

Does #422B19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #422B19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #422B19 background; contrast on black is 1.59:1.