#44251E

#44251E

Overview

#44251E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 68, 37, 30, in HSL 11.1°, 38.8%, 19.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 45.6%, 55.9%, 73.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8016 Mahogany Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#44251E

RGB

68, 37, 30

HSL

11.1, 38.8%, 19.2%

HSV

11.1, 55.9%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 45.6%, 55.9%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3032 0.0491 33.6

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: #44251E;
color: #44251E;
border-color: #44251E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.73:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.53:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #44251E?

RGB(68, 37, 30) · HSL(11.1, 38.8%, 19.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 45.6%, 55.9%, 73.3%)

Does #44251E meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #44251E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #44251E background; contrast on black is 1.53:1.