#1C170F

#1C170F

Color Values

HEX

#1C170F

RGB

28, 23, 15

HSL

36.9, 30.2%, 8.4%

HSV

36.9, 46.4%, 11.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.9%, 46.4%, 89.0%

OKLCH

0.2079 0.0169 79.3

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: #1C170F;
color: #1C170F;
border-color: #1C170F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #1C170F?

RGB(28, 23, 15) · HSL(36.9, 30.2%, 8.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.9%, 46.4%, 89.0%)

Does #1C170F meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1C170F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1C170F background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.