#442E21

#442E21

Color Values

HEX

#442E21

RGB

68, 46, 33

HSL

22.3, 34.7%, 19.8%

HSV

22.3, 51.5%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 51.5%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3236 0.0392 51.5

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: #442E21;
color: #442E21;
border-color: #442E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.66:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.66:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442E21?

RGB(68, 46, 33) · HSL(22.3, 34.7%, 19.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 51.5%, 73.3%)

Does #442E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442E21 background; contrast on black is 1.66:1.