#251D1B

#251D1B

Color Values

HEX

#251D1B

RGB

37, 29, 27

HSL

12.0, 15.6%, 12.5%

HSV

12.0, 27.0%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 21.6%, 27.0%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2395 0.0132 34.3

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: #251D1B;
color: #251D1B;
border-color: #251D1B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.53:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #251D1B?

RGB(37, 29, 27) · HSL(12.0, 15.6%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 21.6%, 27.0%, 85.5%)

Does #251D1B meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.53:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251D1B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251D1B background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.