#442816

#442816

Color Values

HEX

#442816

RGB

68, 40, 22

HSL

23.5, 51.1%, 17.6%

HSV

23.5, 67.6%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 67.6%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3079 0.0512 52.5

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: #442816;
color: #442816;
border-color: #442816;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.56:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442816?

RGB(68, 40, 22) · HSL(23.5, 51.1%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 67.6%, 73.3%)

Does #442816 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442816?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442816 background; contrast on black is 1.56:1.