#220E09

#220E09

Color Values

HEX

#220E09

RGB

34, 14, 9

HSL

12.0, 58.1%, 8.4%

HSV

12.0, 73.5%, 13.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 58.8%, 73.5%, 86.7%

OKLCH

0.1927 0.0358 35.1

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: #220E09;
color: #220E09;
border-color: #220E09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.51:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.13:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #220E09?

RGB(34, 14, 9) · HSL(12.0, 58.1%, 8.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 58.8%, 73.5%, 86.7%)

Does #220E09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.51:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #220E09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #220E09 background; contrast on black is 1.13:1.