#42340C

#42340C

Color Values

HEX

#42340C

RGB

66, 52, 12

HSL

44.4, 69.2%, 15.3%

HSV

44.4, 81.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.2%, 81.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3319 0.0586 89.0

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: #42340C;
color: #42340C;
border-color: #42340C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42340C?

RGB(66, 52, 12) · HSL(44.4, 69.2%, 15.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.2%, 81.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42340C meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42340C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42340C background; contrast on black is 1.73:1.