#2A1C0B

#2A1C0B

Overview

#2A1C0B is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 42, 28, 11, in HSL 32.9°, 58.5%, 10.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 33.3%, 73.8%, 83.5%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2A1C0B

RGB

42, 28, 11

HSL

32.9, 58.5%, 10.4%

HSV

32.9, 73.8%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 33.3%, 73.8%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2396 0.0358 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: #2A1C0B;
color: #2A1C0B;
border-color: #2A1C0B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.54:1

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 #2A1C0B?

RGB(42, 28, 11) · HSL(32.9, 58.5%, 10.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 33.3%, 73.8%, 83.5%)

Does #2A1C0B meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.54:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A1C0B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A1C0B background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.