#201B11

#201B11

Color Values

HEX

#201B11

RGB

32, 27, 17

HSL

40.0, 30.6%, 9.6%

HSV

40.0, 46.9%, 12.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.6%, 46.9%, 87.5%

OKLCH

0.2247 0.0198 84.3

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: #201B11;
color: #201B11;
border-color: #201B11;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.12:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #201B11?

RGB(32, 27, 17) · HSL(40.0, 30.6%, 9.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.6%, 46.9%, 87.5%)

Does #201B11 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.12:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #201B11?

Use FFFFFF text on a #201B11 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.