#171206

#171206

Color Values

HEX

#171206

RGB

23, 18, 6

HSL

42.4, 58.6%, 5.7%

HSV

42.4, 73.9%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.7%, 73.9%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.1846 0.0242 88.4

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: #171206;
color: #171206;
border-color: #171206;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.66:1

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 #171206?

RGB(23, 18, 6) · HSL(42.4, 58.6%, 5.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.7%, 73.9%, 91.0%)

Does #171206 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.66:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #171206?

Use FFFFFF text on a #171206 background; contrast on black is 1.13:1.