#181615

#181615

Color Values

HEX

#181615

RGB

24, 22, 21

HSL

20.0, 6.7%, 8.8%

HSV

20.0, 12.5%, 9.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 8.3%, 12.5%, 90.6%

OKLCH

0.2021 0.0038 48.5

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: #181615;
color: #181615;
border-color: #181615;
Nearest Tailwind: Neutral 900 #171717

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.03:1

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 #181615?

RGB(24, 22, 21) · HSL(20.0, 6.7%, 8.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 8.3%, 12.5%, 90.6%)

Does #181615 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.03:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #181615?

Use FFFFFF text on a #181615 background; contrast on black is 1.16:1.