#161311

#161311

Color Values

HEX

#161311

RGB

22, 19, 17

HSL

24.0, 12.8%, 7.6%

HSV

24.0, 22.7%, 8.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.6%, 22.7%, 91.4%

OKLCH

0.1896 0.0063 56.0

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: #161311;
color: #161311;
border-color: #161311;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 900 #171717

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.14:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #161311?

RGB(22, 19, 17) · HSL(24.0, 12.8%, 7.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.6%, 22.7%, 91.4%)

Does #161311 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #161311?

Use FFFFFF text on a #161311 background; contrast on black is 1.14:1.