#442B19

#442B19

Color Values

HEX

#442B19

RGB

68, 43, 25

HSL

25.1, 46.2%, 18.2%

HSV

25.1, 63.2%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.8%, 63.2%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3151 0.0473 55.8

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: #442B19;
color: #442B19;
border-color: #442B19;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.61:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442B19?

RGB(68, 43, 25) · HSL(25.1, 46.2%, 18.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.8%, 63.2%, 73.3%)

Does #442B19 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442B19?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442B19 background; contrast on black is 1.61:1.