#251609

#251609

Color Values

HEX

#251609

RGB

37, 22, 9

HSL

27.9, 60.9%, 9.0%

HSV

27.9, 75.7%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.5%, 75.7%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2167 0.0333 60.6

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: #251609;
color: #251609;
border-color: #251609;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #251609?

RGB(37, 22, 9) · HSL(27.9, 60.9%, 9.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.5%, 75.7%, 85.5%)

Does #251609 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251609?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251609 background; contrast on black is 1.2:1.