#1E170F

#1E170F

Color Values

HEX

#1E170F

RGB

30, 23, 15

HSL

32.0, 33.3%, 8.8%

HSV

32.0, 50.0%, 11.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.3%, 50.0%, 88.2%

OKLCH

0.2105 0.0187 70.3

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: #1E170F;
color: #1E170F;
border-color: #1E170F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.73:1

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 #1E170F?

RGB(30, 23, 15) · HSL(32.0, 33.3%, 8.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.3%, 50.0%, 88.2%)

Does #1E170F meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.73:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #1E170F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #1E170F background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.