#221A16

#221A16

Color Values

HEX

#221A16

RGB

34, 26, 22

HSL

20.0, 21.4%, 11.0%

HSV

20.0, 35.3%, 13.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.5%, 35.3%, 86.7%

OKLCH

0.226 0.0149 48.0

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: #221A16;
color: #221A16;
border-color: #221A16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.11:1

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 #221A16?

RGB(34, 26, 22) · HSL(20.0, 21.4%, 11.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.5%, 35.3%, 86.7%)

Does #221A16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #221A16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #221A16 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.