#42321F

#42321F

Color Values

HEX

#42321F

RGB

66, 50, 31

HSL

32.6, 36.1%, 19.0%

HSV

32.6, 53.0%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.2%, 53.0%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3299 0.0384 70.7

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: #42321F;
color: #42321F;
border-color: #42321F;
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 #42321F?

RGB(66, 50, 31) · HSL(32.6, 36.1%, 19.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.2%, 53.0%, 74.1%)

Does #42321F meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #42321F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42321F background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.