#42392B

#42392B

Color Values

HEX

#42392B

RGB

66, 57, 43

HSL

36.5, 21.1%, 21.4%

HSV

36.5, 34.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.6%, 34.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3498 0.0263 78.7

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: #42392B;
color: #42392B;
border-color: #42392B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.85:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #42392B?

RGB(66, 57, 43) · HSL(36.5, 21.1%, 21.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.6%, 34.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42392B meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42392B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #42392B background; contrast on black is 1.85:1.