#171412

#171412

Color Values

HEX

#171412

RGB

23, 20, 18

HSL

24.0, 12.2%, 8.0%

HSV

24.0, 21.7%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.0%, 21.7%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.194 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: #171412;
color: #171412;
border-color: #171412;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 900 #171717

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #171412?

RGB(23, 20, 18) · HSL(24.0, 12.2%, 8.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.0%, 21.7%, 91.0%)

Does #171412 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #171412?

Use FFFFFF text on a #171412 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.