#423820 Hex Color
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#423820 is a dark, very muted yellow with brown and olive undertones, giving it a dusty, shadowed appearance. Its low lightness conveys seriousness, mystery, and depth, while restrained yellow warmth suggests opportunity and energy. Use this hex code as a moody background or supporting tone in construction and budget branding. White text provides about 11.6:1 contrast.
Questions about #423820
What is #423820 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #423820 is rgb(66, 56, 32), in HSL hsl(42, 35%, 19%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 52%, 74%.
What colors pair well with #423820?
Muted, warm companions such as terracotta, olive, and cream create grounded palettes with #423820, while charcoal or white provide sharper contrast for text, borders, and accents, depending on the desired level of softness.
Does #423820 look warm or cool?
#423820 reads as warm overall because its muted yellow base is supported by brown, though olive undertones temper the warmth and keep it from appearing golden or bright. It works best when you want an earthy, shadowed feel.
Is #423820 readable on white or black?
#423820 has a 11.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.81:1 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.