#262017

#262017

Color Values

HEX

#262017

RGB

38, 32, 23

HSL

36.0, 24.6%, 12.0%

HSV

36.0, 39.5%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.8%, 39.5%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2474 0.0186 77.8

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: #262017;
color: #262017;
border-color: #262017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.14:1

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 #262017?

RGB(38, 32, 23) · HSL(36.0, 24.6%, 12.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.8%, 39.5%, 85.1%)

Does #262017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #262017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #262017 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.