#251B0C

#251B0C

Color Values

HEX

#251B0C

RGB

37, 27, 12

HSL

36.0, 51.0%, 9.6%

HSV

36.0, 67.6%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 27.0%, 67.6%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2301 0.0301 76.5

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: #251B0C;
color: #251B0C;
border-color: #251B0C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.93:1

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 #251B0C?

RGB(37, 27, 12) · HSL(36.0, 51.0%, 9.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 27.0%, 67.6%, 85.5%)

Does #251B0C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251B0C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251B0C background; contrast on black is 1.24:1.