#27231C

#27231C

Color Values

HEX

#27231C

RGB

39, 35, 28

HSL

38.2, 16.4%, 13.1%

HSV

38.2, 28.2%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 10.3%, 28.2%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2582 0.014 81.7

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: #27231C;
color: #27231C;
border-color: #27231C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.63:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #27231C?

RGB(39, 35, 28) · HSL(38.2, 16.4%, 13.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 10.3%, 28.2%, 84.7%)

Does #27231C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.63:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #27231C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #27231C background; contrast on black is 1.34:1.