#42381C

#42381C

Color Values

HEX

#42381C

RGB

66, 56, 28

HSL

44.2, 40.4%, 18.4%

HSV

44.2, 57.6%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.2%, 57.6%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.344 0.0454 90.3

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: #42381C;
color: #42381C;
border-color: #42381C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.81:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Compare With

Related Articles

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42381C?

RGB(66, 56, 28) · HSL(44.2, 40.4%, 18.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.2%, 57.6%, 74.1%)

Does #42381C meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42381C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42381C background; contrast on black is 1.81:1.