#252017

#252017

Color Values

HEX

#252017

RGB

37, 32, 23

HSL

38.6, 23.3%, 11.8%

HSV

38.6, 37.8%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.5%, 37.8%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2462 0.0179 82.1

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: #252017;
color: #252017;
border-color: #252017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #252017?

RGB(37, 32, 23) · HSL(38.6, 23.3%, 11.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.5%, 37.8%, 85.5%)

Does #252017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #252017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #252017 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.