#2A251F

#2A251F

Color Values

HEX

#2A251F

RGB

42, 37, 31

HSL

32.7, 15.1%, 14.3%

HSV

32.7, 26.2%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.9%, 26.2%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2679 0.0131 72.3

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: #2A251F;
color: #2A251F;
border-color: #2A251F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.19:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A251F?

RGB(42, 37, 31) · HSL(32.7, 15.1%, 14.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.9%, 26.2%, 83.5%)

Does #2A251F meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.19:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A251F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A251F background; contrast on black is 1.38:1.