#422E25

#422E25

Overview

#422E25 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 46, 37, in HSL 18.6°, 28.2%, 20.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 30.3%, 43.9%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#422E25

RGB

66, 46, 37

HSL

18.6, 28.2%, 20.2%

HSV

18.6, 43.9%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 30.3%, 43.9%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3219 0.0335 45.2

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: #422E25;
color: #422E25;
border-color: #422E25;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.73:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #422E25?

RGB(66, 46, 37) · HSL(18.6, 28.2%, 20.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 30.3%, 43.9%, 74.1%)

Does #422E25 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #422E25?

Use FFFFFF text on a #422E25 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.