#251F1C

#251F1C

Color Values

HEX

#251F1C

RGB

37, 31, 28

HSL

20.0, 13.8%, 12.7%

HSV

20.0, 24.3%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 16.2%, 24.3%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2451 0.0109 48.3

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: #251F1C;
color: #251F1C;
border-color: #251F1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.26:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #251F1C?

RGB(37, 31, 28) · HSL(20.0, 13.8%, 12.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 16.2%, 24.3%, 85.5%)

Does #251F1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.26:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #251F1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #251F1C background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.