#42302B

#42302B

Overview

#42302B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 48, 43, in HSL 13.0°, 21.1%, 21.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 27.3%, 34.8%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#42302B

RGB

66, 48, 43

HSL

13.0, 21.1%, 21.4%

HSV

13.0, 34.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.3%, 34.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3282 0.0279 36.1

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: #42302B;
color: #42302B;
border-color: #42302B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.69:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42302B?

RGB(66, 48, 43) · HSL(13.0, 21.1%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.3%, 34.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42302B meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42302B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42302B background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.