#42311C

#42311C

Color Values

HEX

#42311C

RGB

66, 49, 28

HSL

33.2, 40.4%, 18.4%

HSV

33.2, 57.6%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.8%, 57.6%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3269 0.0415 71.4

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: #42311C;
color: #42311C;
border-color: #42311C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.44:1

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 #42311C?

RGB(66, 49, 28) · HSL(33.2, 40.4%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.8%, 57.6%, 74.1%)

Does #42311C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.44:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42311C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42311C background; contrast on black is 1.69:1.