#171614

#171614

Color Values

HEX

#171614

RGB

23, 22, 20

HSL

40.0, 7.0%, 8.4%

HSV

40.0, 13.0%, 9.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.3%, 13.0%, 91.0%

OKLCH

0.2005 0.0042 84.6

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: #171614;
color: #171614;
border-color: #171614;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 900 #171717

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.08:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.16:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #171614?

RGB(23, 22, 20) · HSL(40.0, 7.0%, 8.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.3%, 13.0%, 91.0%)

Does #171614 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.08:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #171614?

Use FFFFFF text on a #171614 background; contrast on black is 1.16:1.