#423B26

#423B26

Overview

#423B26 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 66, 59, 38, in HSL 45.0°, 26.9%, 20.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 10.6%, 42.4%, 74.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6014 Yellow Olive.

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Color Values

HEX

#423B26

RGB

66, 59, 38

HSL

45.0, 26.9%, 20.4%

HSV

45.0, 42.4%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.6%, 42.4%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3535 0.035 91.8

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: #423B26;
color: #423B26;
border-color: #423B26;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.89:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #423B26?

RGB(66, 59, 38) · HSL(45.0, 26.9%, 20.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.6%, 42.4%, 74.1%)

Does #423B26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #423B26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #423B26 background; contrast on black is 1.89:1.