#271509

#271509

Color Values

HEX

#271509

RGB

39, 21, 9

HSL

24.0, 62.5%, 9.4%

HSV

24.0, 76.9%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.2%, 76.9%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2174 0.0363 53.4

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: #271509;
color: #271509;
border-color: #271509;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.54:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.2:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #271509?

RGB(39, 21, 9) · HSL(24.0, 62.5%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.2%, 76.9%, 84.7%)

Does #271509 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #271509?

Use FFFFFF text on a #271509 background; contrast on black is 1.2:1.