#251E17

#251E17

Color Values

HEX

#251E17

RGB

37, 30, 23

HSL

30.0, 23.3%, 11.8%

HSV

30.0, 37.8%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.9%, 37.8%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2408 0.0168 66.9

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: #251E17;
color: #251E17;
border-color: #251E17;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #251E17?

RGB(37, 30, 23) · HSL(30.0, 23.3%, 11.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.9%, 37.8%, 85.5%)

Does #251E17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.45:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251E17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251E17 background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.