#442821

#442821

Color Values

HEX

#442821

RGB

68, 40, 33

HSL

12.0, 34.7%, 19.8%

HSV

12.0, 51.5%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.2%, 51.5%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3103 0.0443 34.8

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: #442821;
color: #442821;
border-color: #442821;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.37:1

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 #442821?

RGB(68, 40, 33) · HSL(12.0, 34.7%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.2%, 51.5%, 73.3%)

Does #442821 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442821?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442821 background; contrast on black is 1.57:1.