#201D17

#201D17

Color Values

HEX

#201D17

RGB

32, 29, 23

HSL

40.0, 16.4%, 10.8%

HSV

40.0, 28.1%, 12.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.4%, 28.1%, 87.5%

OKLCH

0.232 0.012 84.6

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: #201D17;
color: #201D17;
border-color: #201D17;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.25:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #201D17?

RGB(32, 29, 23) · HSL(40.0, 16.4%, 10.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.4%, 28.1%, 87.5%)

Does #201D17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #201D17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #201D17 background; contrast on black is 1.25:1.