#221C13

#221C13

Color Values

HEX

#221C13

RGB

34, 28, 19

HSL

36.0, 28.3%, 10.4%

HSV

36.0, 44.1%, 13.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.6%, 44.1%, 86.7%

OKLCH

0.2305 0.0189 77.7

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: #221C13;
color: #221C13;
border-color: #221C13;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.89:1

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 #221C13?

RGB(34, 28, 19) · HSL(36.0, 28.3%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.6%, 44.1%, 86.7%)

Does #221C13 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.89:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #221C13?

Use FFFFFF text on a #221C13 background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.