#251710

#251710

Color Values

HEX

#251710

RGB

37, 23, 16

HSL

20.0, 39.6%, 10.4%

HSV

20.0, 56.8%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.8%, 56.8%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2208 0.0263 47.5

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: #251710;
color: #251710;
border-color: #251710;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #251710?

RGB(37, 23, 16) · HSL(20.0, 39.6%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.8%, 56.8%, 85.5%)

Does #251710 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.37:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251710?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251710 background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.