#2B160F

#2B160F

Color Values

HEX

#2B160F

RGB

43, 22, 15

HSL

15.0, 48.3%, 11.4%

HSV

15.0, 65.1%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 48.8%, 65.1%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2275 0.0369 39.2

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: #2B160F;
color: #2B160F;
border-color: #2B160F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B160F?

RGB(43, 22, 15) · HSL(15.0, 48.3%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 48.8%, 65.1%, 83.1%)

Does #2B160F meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B160F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B160F background; contrast on black is 1.22:1.