#170B08

#170B08

Color Values

HEX

#170B08

RGB

23, 11, 8

HSL

12.0, 48.4%, 6.1%

HSV

12.0, 65.2%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.2%, 65.2%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.166 0.0222 35.3

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: #170B08;
color: #170B08;
border-color: #170B08;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

19.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #170B08?

RGB(23, 11, 8) · HSL(12.0, 48.4%, 6.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.2%, 65.2%, 91.0%)

Does #170B08 meet WCAG contrast on white?

19.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #170B08?

Use FFFFFF text on a #170B08 background; contrast on black is 1.09:1.