#2A2625

#2A2625

Color Values

HEX

#2A2625

RGB

42, 38, 37

HSL

12.0, 6.3%, 15.5%

HSV

12.0, 11.9%, 16.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 9.5%, 11.9%, 83.5%

OKLCH

0.2726 0.0063 34.3

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: #2A2625;
color: #2A2625;
border-color: #2A2625;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.97:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2A2625?

RGB(42, 38, 37) · HSL(12.0, 6.3%, 15.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 9.5%, 11.9%, 83.5%)

Does #2A2625 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.97:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2A2625?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2A2625 background; contrast on black is 1.4:1.