#272218

#272218

Color Values

HEX

#272218

RGB

39, 34, 24

HSL

40.0, 23.8%, 12.4%

HSV

40.0, 38.5%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.8%, 38.5%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2543 0.0193 84.4

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: #272218;
color: #272218;
border-color: #272218;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.81:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #272218?

RGB(39, 34, 24) · HSL(40.0, 23.8%, 12.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.8%, 38.5%, 84.7%)

Does #272218 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.81:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #272218?

Use FFFFFF text on a #272218 background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.