#42312C

#42312C

Overview

#42312C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 49, 44, in HSL 13.6°, 20.0%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 25.8%, 33.3%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#42312C

RGB

66, 49, 44

HSL

13.6, 20.0%, 21.6%

HSV

13.6, 33.3%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.8%, 33.3%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3308 0.0264 37.0

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: #42312C;
color: #42312C;
border-color: #42312C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.71:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42312C?

RGB(66, 49, 44) · HSL(13.6, 20.0%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.8%, 33.3%, 74.1%)

Does #42312C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42312C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42312C background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.