#442E27

#442E27

Overview

#442E27 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 68, 46, 39, in HSL 14.5°, 27.1%, 21.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 32.4%, 42.6%, 73.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 8017 Chocolate Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#442E27

RGB

68, 46, 39

HSL

14.5, 27.1%, 21.0%

HSV

14.5, 42.6%, 26.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 32.4%, 42.6%, 73.3%

OKLCH

0.3251 0.0349 38.4

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: #442E27;
color: #442E27;
border-color: #442E27;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 700 #44403C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

12.61:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.67:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #442E27?

RGB(68, 46, 39) · HSL(14.5, 27.1%, 21.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 32.4%, 42.6%, 73.3%)

Does #442E27 meet WCAG contrast on white?

12.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #442E27?

Use FFFFFF text on a #442E27 background; contrast on black is 1.67:1.