#16120E

#16120E

Color Values

HEX

#16120E

RGB

22, 18, 14

HSL

30.0, 22.2%, 7.1%

HSV

30.0, 36.4%, 8.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.2%, 36.4%, 91.4%

OKLCH

0.1856 0.0103 67.1

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: #16120E;
color: #16120E;
border-color: #16120E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #16120E?

RGB(22, 18, 14) · HSL(30.0, 22.2%, 7.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.2%, 36.4%, 91.4%)

Does #16120E meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #16120E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #16120E background; contrast on black is 1.13:1.