#272017

#272017

Color Values

HEX

#272017

RGB

39, 32, 23

HSL

33.7, 25.8%, 12.2%

HSV

33.7, 41.0%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 17.9%, 41.0%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2487 0.0194 73.7

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: #272017;
color: #272017;
border-color: #272017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.09:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #272017?

RGB(39, 32, 23) · HSL(33.7, 25.8%, 12.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 17.9%, 41.0%, 84.7%)

Does #272017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.09:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #272017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #272017 background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.