#423F38

#423F38

Color Values

HEX

#423F38

RGB

66, 63, 56

HSL

42.0, 8.2%, 23.9%

HSV

42.0, 15.2%, 25.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.5%, 15.2%, 74.1%

OKLCH

0.3683 0.0124 87.6

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: #423F38;
color: #423F38;
border-color: #423F38;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

10.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #423F38?

RGB(66, 63, 56) · HSL(42.0, 8.2%, 23.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.5%, 15.2%, 74.1%)

Does #423F38 meet WCAG contrast on white?

10.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #423F38?

Use FFFFFF text on a #423F38 background; contrast on black is 2.0:1.