#272623

#272623

Color Values

HEX

#272623

RGB

39, 38, 35

HSL

45.0, 5.4%, 14.5%

HSV

45.0, 10.3%, 15.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.6%, 10.3%, 84.7%

OKLCH

0.2686 0.0056 91.6

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: #272623;
color: #272623;
border-color: #272623;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.13:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.39:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #272623?

RGB(39, 38, 35) · HSL(45.0, 5.4%, 14.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.6%, 10.3%, 84.7%)

Does #272623 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.13:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #272623?

Use FFFFFF text on a #272623 background; contrast on black is 1.39:1.