#221511

#221511

Color Values

HEX

#221511

RGB

34, 21, 17

HSL

14.1, 33.3%, 10.0%

HSV

14.1, 50.0%, 13.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.2%, 50.0%, 86.7%

OKLCH

0.2116 0.0229 37.8

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: #221511;
color: #221511;
border-color: #221511;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.75:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.18:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #221511?

RGB(34, 21, 17) · HSL(14.1, 33.3%, 10.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.2%, 50.0%, 86.7%)

Does #221511 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.75:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #221511?

Use FFFFFF text on a #221511 background; contrast on black is 1.18:1.