#201B12

#201B12

Color Values

HEX

#201B12

RGB

32, 27, 18

HSL

38.6, 28.0%, 9.8%

HSV

38.6, 43.8%, 12.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.6%, 43.8%, 87.5%

OKLCH

0.225 0.0182 82.1

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: #201B12;
color: #201B12;
border-color: #201B12;
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 #201B12?

RGB(32, 27, 18) · HSL(38.6, 28.0%, 9.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.6%, 43.8%, 87.5%)

Does #201B12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #201B12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #201B12 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.