#201B14

#201B14

Color Values

HEX

#201B14

RGB

32, 27, 20

HSL

35.0, 23.1%, 10.2%

HSV

35.0, 37.5%, 12.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.6%, 37.5%, 87.5%

OKLCH

0.2255 0.0152 76.1

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: #201B14;
color: #201B14;
border-color: #201B14;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.1:1

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 #201B14?

RGB(32, 27, 20) · HSL(35.0, 23.1%, 10.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.6%, 37.5%, 87.5%)

Does #201B14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.1:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #201B14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #201B14 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.