#281F16

#281F16

Color Values

HEX

#281F16

RGB

40, 31, 22

HSL

30.0, 29.0%, 12.2%

HSV

30.0, 45.0%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 22.5%, 45.0%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.247 0.0214 66.6

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: #281F16;
color: #281F16;
border-color: #281F16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.18:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #281F16?

RGB(40, 31, 22) · HSL(30.0, 29.0%, 12.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 22.5%, 45.0%, 84.3%)

Does #281F16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.18:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #281F16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #281F16 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.