#42352F

#42352F

Color Values

HEX

#42352F

RGB

66, 53, 47

HSL

18.9, 16.8%, 22.2%

HSV

18.9, 28.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 19.7%, 28.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3412 0.0214 46.2

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: #42352F;
color: #42352F;
border-color: #42352F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.78:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42352F?

RGB(66, 53, 47) · HSL(18.9, 16.8%, 22.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 19.7%, 28.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42352F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42352F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42352F background; contrast on black is 1.78:1.