#252120

#252120

Color Values

HEX

#252120

RGB

37, 33, 32

HSL

12.0, 7.2%, 13.5%

HSV

12.0, 13.5%, 14.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.8%, 13.5%, 85.5%

OKLCH

0.2518 0.0064 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: #252120;
color: #252120;
border-color: #252120;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.32:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #252120?

RGB(37, 33, 32) · HSL(12.0, 7.2%, 13.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.8%, 13.5%, 85.5%)

Does #252120 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #252120?

Use FFFFFF text on a #252120 background; contrast on black is 1.32:1.