#251F14

#251F14

Color Values

HEX

#251F14

RGB

37, 31, 20

HSL

38.8, 29.8%, 11.2%

HSV

38.8, 45.9%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.2%, 45.9%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2427 0.0216 82.4

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: #251F14;
color: #251F14;
border-color: #251F14;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.35:1

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 #251F14?

RGB(37, 31, 20) · HSL(38.8, 29.8%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.2%, 45.9%, 85.5%)

Does #251F14 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.35:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251F14?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251F14 background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.