#42392D

#42392D

Overview

#42392D is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 57, 45, in HSL 34.3°, 18.9%, 21.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 13.6%, 31.8%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6008 Brown Green.

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Color Values

HEX

#42392D

RGB

66, 57, 45

HSL

34.3, 18.9%, 21.8%

HSV

34.3, 31.8%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.6%, 31.8%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3503 0.0236 74.8

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.32:1

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 #42392D?

RGB(66, 57, 45) · HSL(34.3, 18.9%, 21.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.6%, 31.8%, 74.1%)

Does #42392D meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.32:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #42392D?

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