#42330C

#42330C

Color Values

HEX

#42330C

RGB

66, 51, 12

HSL

43.3, 69.2%, 15.3%

HSV

43.3, 81.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.7%, 81.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3295 0.058 87.1

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: #42330C;
color: #42330C;
border-color: #42330C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.28:1

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 #42330C?

RGB(66, 51, 12) · HSL(43.3, 69.2%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.7%, 81.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42330C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42330C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42330C background; contrast on black is 1.71:1.