#170F09

#170F09

Color Values

HEX

#170F09

RGB

23, 15, 9

HSL

25.7, 43.8%, 6.3%

HSV

25.7, 60.9%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.8%, 60.9%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.177 0.018 58.3

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: #170F09;
color: #170F09;
border-color: #170F09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 950 #0C0A09

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #170F09?

RGB(23, 15, 9) · HSL(25.7, 43.8%, 6.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.8%, 60.9%, 91.0%)

Does #170F09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #170F09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #170F09 background; contrast on black is 1.11:1.