#2B1C09

#2B1C09

Overview

#2B1C09 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 28, 9, in HSL 33.5°, 65.4%, 10.2%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.9%, 79.1%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B1C09

RGB

43, 28, 9

HSL

33.5, 65.4%, 10.2%

HSV

33.5, 79.1%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.9%, 79.1%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2407 0.0387 70.6

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: #2B1C09;
color: #2B1C09;
border-color: #2B1C09;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.5:1

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 #2B1C09?

RGB(43, 28, 9) · HSL(33.5, 65.4%, 10.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.9%, 79.1%, 83.1%)

Does #2B1C09 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B1C09?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B1C09 background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.