#211C16

#211C16

Color Values

HEX

#211C16

RGB

33, 28, 22

HSL

32.7, 20.0%, 10.8%

HSV

32.7, 33.3%, 12.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.2%, 33.3%, 87.1%

OKLCH

0.2301 0.0136 72.1

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: #211C16;
color: #211C16;
border-color: #211C16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.24:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #211C16?

RGB(33, 28, 22) · HSL(32.7, 20.0%, 10.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.2%, 33.3%, 87.1%)

Does #211C16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #211C16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #211C16 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.