#271E09

#271E09

Overview

#271E09 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 39, 30, 9, in HSL 42.0°, 62.5%, 9.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 23.1%, 76.9%, 84.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#271E09

RGB

39, 30, 9

HSL

42.0, 62.5%, 9.4%

HSV

42.0, 76.9%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 23.1%, 76.9%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2403 0.0367 86.2

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: #271E09;
color: #271E09;
border-color: #271E09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.46:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #271E09?

RGB(39, 30, 9) · HSL(42.0, 62.5%, 9.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 23.1%, 76.9%, 84.7%)

Does #271E09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.46:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #271E09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #271E09 background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.