#402921 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #402921 is a warm reddish brown with low saturation and an ashy, matte finish. Its serious, earthy depth suits moody branding, chocolate or coffee packaging, and vintage interiors. Use it as a dominant background with cream or pale blue accents. White text remains highly legible, with about 13.5:1 contrast. The hex code is #402921.
Questions about #402921
What is #402921 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #402921 is rgb(64, 41, 33), in HSL hsl(15, 32%, 19%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 48%, 75%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #402921?
#402921 pairs well with cream, pale blue, and muted sage, because these lighter, softer hues lift its dark warm base while preserving the earthy, low-saturation mood that makes the brown feel grounded.
Does #402921 read as warm or cool?
#402921 reads as warm because its brown base carries a muted red undertone, though its low saturation and dark value keep the warmth restrained rather than bright or orange in most palettes.
Is #402921 readable on white or black?
#402921 has a 13.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.55:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.