#27140E

#27140E

Color Values

HEX

#27140E

RGB

39, 20, 14

HSL

14.4, 47.2%, 10.4%

HSV

14.4, 64.1%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.7%, 64.1%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2161 0.0336 38.3

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: #27140E;
color: #27140E;
border-color: #27140E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.61:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.19:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #27140E?

RGB(39, 20, 14) · HSL(14.4, 47.2%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.7%, 64.1%, 84.7%)

Does #27140E meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.61:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #27140E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #27140E background; contrast on black is 1.19:1.