#442E16

#442E16

Overview

#442E16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 68, 46, 22, in HSL 31.3°, 51.1%, 17.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.4%, 67.6%, 73.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8007 Fawn Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#442E16

RGB

68, 46, 22

HSL

31.3, 51.1%, 17.6%

HSV

31.3, 67.6%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 67.6%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3214 0.0491 66.9

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: #442E16;
color: #442E16;
border-color: #442E16;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.65:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442E16?

RGB(68, 46, 22) · HSL(31.3, 51.1%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 67.6%, 73.3%)

Does #442E16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442E16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442E16 background; contrast on black is 1.65:1.