#242017

#242017

Color Values

HEX

#242017

RGB

36, 32, 23

HSL

41.5, 22.0%, 11.6%

HSV

41.5, 36.1%, 14.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.1%, 36.1%, 85.9%

OKLCH

0.245 0.0173 86.8

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: #242017;
color: #242017;
border-color: #242017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.23:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #242017?

RGB(36, 32, 23) · HSL(41.5, 22.0%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.1%, 36.1%, 85.9%)

Does #242017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.23:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #242017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #242017 background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.