#422319 Hex Color
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This dark, earthy maroon feels serious and grounded. Because #422319 is so unsaturated, it creates a moody, formal background that pairs well with soft creams or metallics. The hex code #422319 offers excellent readability for white text, with a 14.1:1 contrast ratio. Use it as a dominant base in luxury branding or dark mode interfaces to convey tradition.
Questions about #422319
What is #422319 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #422319 is rgb(66, 35, 25), in HSL hsl(15, 45%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 62%, 74%.
How should I pair #422319 in a design layout?
Use #422319 as a dominant base for luxury backgrounds or dark mode interfaces where tradition and seriousness are key. It pairs exceptionally well with soft, creamy off-whites or metallic gold accents for a premium, high-readability aesthetic.
Is #422319 readable on white or black?
#422319 has a 14.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.48:1 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.