#43382A
- RGB
- 67, 56, 42
- Brightness
- 58.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 34°, 23%, 21%
- HSV V %
- 26%
- Lab
- 24.3, 2.4, 10.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 16%, 37%, 74%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very dark, soft warm hue
Recommended text: White (11.43:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #43382A
Common Name: Rich Brown
RGB: 67, 56, 42
HSL: 27°, 19%, 20%
Contrast vs White: 8.4 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 7.1 (AA pass)
Mood: #43382A is a grounded, earthy brown that evokes a sense of stability, warmth, and refinement. This color works well in designs aiming for a rustic, natural, or vintage aesthetic. It’s calm yet powerful, offering an inviting and mature feel to any space or project.
Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Chocolate: #4A3A30, ΔE=3.74
- BS 4800-5252 - Brown: #433A23, ΔE=5.67
- Jotun Paint - Dark Forest: #564640, ΔE=8.84
- Pantone FHI - Slate Black: #4B3D33, ΔE=3.92
- RAL 6022 - Olive Drab: #4C473F, ΔE=8.12
Why Designers Use It:
#43382A is a go-to shade for creating rich, classic atmospheres in design. It’s often associated with vintage, retro, or organic themes, making it perfect for both residential interiors and branding that values sophistication and history. This brown color connects with nature, evoking earth tones such as soil or rich wood finishes. Designers appreciate it for its versatility in contrast with both light and dark elements, balancing warmth and professionalism. Common in high-end furniture design, packaging, and certain premium interior spaces, it’s a color that exudes dependability and strength.
Its use in the automotive and tech industries is notable, particularly in products aiming to blend tradition with innovation. There’s a subtle nod to military history, too, as brown tones like this were historically employed in military uniforms and equipment. #43382A is timeless—offering a connection to the earth, stability, and enduring value.