#282017

#282017

Color Values

HEX

#282017

RGB

40, 32, 23

HSL

31.8, 27.0%, 12.4%

HSV

31.8, 42.5%, 15.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.0%, 42.5%, 84.3%

OKLCH

0.2499 0.0203 70.0

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: #282017;
color: #282017;
border-color: #282017;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.31:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #282017?

RGB(40, 32, 23) · HSL(31.8, 27.0%, 12.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.0%, 42.5%, 84.3%)

Does #282017 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #282017?

Use FFFFFF text on a #282017 background; contrast on black is 1.31:1.