#2B170E

#2B170E

Color Values

HEX

#2B170E

RGB

43, 23, 14

HSL

18.6, 50.9%, 11.2%

HSV

18.6, 67.4%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 46.5%, 67.4%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2296 0.0365 44.7

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: #2B170E;
color: #2B170E;
border-color: #2B170E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B170E?

RGB(43, 23, 14) · HSL(18.6, 50.9%, 11.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 46.5%, 67.4%, 83.1%)

Does #2B170E meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.05:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B170E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B170E background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.