#27170C

#27170C

Color Values

HEX

#27170C

RGB

39, 23, 12

HSL

24.4, 52.9%, 10.0%

HSV

24.4, 69.2%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.0%, 69.2%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2228 0.0325 54.7

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: #27170C;
color: #27170C;
border-color: #27170C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.3:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #27170C?

RGB(39, 23, 12) · HSL(24.4, 52.9%, 10.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.0%, 69.2%, 84.7%)

Does #27170C meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.3:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #27170C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #27170C background; contrast on black is 1.21:1.