#44281F

#44281F

Color Values

HEX

#44281F

RGB

68, 40, 31

HSL

14.6, 37.4%, 19.4%

HSV

14.6, 54.4%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 54.4%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3098 0.0453 38.6

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: #44281F;
color: #44281F;
border-color: #44281F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.57:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #44281F?

RGB(68, 40, 31) · HSL(14.6, 37.4%, 19.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 54.4%, 73.3%)

Does #44281F meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.38:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #44281F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #44281F background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.