#262117

#262117

Color Values

HEX

#262117

RGB

38, 33, 23

HSL

40.0, 24.6%, 12.0%

HSV

40.0, 39.5%, 14.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 13.2%, 39.5%, 85.1%

OKLCH

0.2501 0.0194 84.4

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: #262117;
color: #262117;
border-color: #262117;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.0:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #262117?

RGB(38, 33, 23) · HSL(40.0, 24.6%, 12.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 13.2%, 39.5%, 85.1%)

Does #262117 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.0:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #262117?

Use FFFFFF text on a #262117 background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.