#291C12

#291C12

Color Values

HEX

#291C12

RGB

41, 28, 18

HSL

26.1, 39.0%, 11.6%

HSV

26.1, 56.1%, 16.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 31.7%, 56.1%, 83.9%

OKLCH

0.2396 0.0273 58.6

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: #291C12;
color: #291C12;
border-color: #291C12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.55:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #291C12?

RGB(41, 28, 18) · HSL(26.1, 39.0%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 31.7%, 56.1%, 83.9%)

Does #291C12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.55:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #291C12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #291C12 background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.