#27170E

#27170E

Overview

#27170E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 39, 23, 14, in HSL 21.6°, 47.2%, 10.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.0%, 64.1%, 84.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#27170E

RGB

39, 23, 14

HSL

21.6, 47.2%, 10.4%

HSV

21.6, 64.1%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.0%, 64.1%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2233 0.0308 50.0

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.28:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

RGB(39, 23, 14) · HSL(21.6, 47.2%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.0%, 64.1%, 84.7%)

Does #27170E meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.28:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #27170E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #27170E background; contrast on black is 1.22:1.