#271F17

#271F17

Color Values

HEX

#271F17

RGB

39, 31, 23

HSL

30.0, 25.8%, 12.2%

HSV

30.0, 41.0%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.5%, 41.0%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.246 0.0191 66.7

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: #271F17;
color: #271F17;
border-color: #271F17;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.22:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #271F17?

RGB(39, 31, 23) · HSL(30.0, 25.8%, 12.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.5%, 41.0%, 84.7%)

Does #271F17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.22:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #271F17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #271F17 background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.