#44240E

#44240E

Color Values

HEX

#44240E

RGB

68, 36, 14

HSL

24.4, 65.9%, 16.1%

HSV

24.4, 79.4%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 47.1%, 79.4%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.2981 0.0591 52.8

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: #44240E;
color: #44240E;
border-color: #44240E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #44240E?

RGB(68, 36, 14) · HSL(24.4, 65.9%, 16.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 47.1%, 79.4%, 73.3%)

Does #44240E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #44240E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #44240E background; contrast on black is 1.5:1.