#272117

#272117

Color Values

HEX

#272117

RGB

39, 33, 23

HSL

37.5, 25.8%, 12.2%

HSV

37.5, 41.0%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 15.4%, 41.0%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2513 0.02 80.3

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: #272117;
color: #272117;
border-color: #272117;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.96:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.32:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #272117?

RGB(39, 33, 23) · HSL(37.5, 25.8%, 12.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 15.4%, 41.0%, 84.7%)

Does #272117 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.96:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #272117?

Use FFFFFF text on a #272117 background; contrast on black is 1.32:1.