#2B1C17

#2B1C17

Overview

#2B1C17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 43, 28, 23, in HSL 15.0°, 30.3%, 12.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 34.9%, 46.5%, 83.1%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2B1C17

RGB

43, 28, 23

HSL

15.0, 30.3%, 12.9%

HSV

15.0, 46.5%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.9%, 46.5%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2438 0.0257 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: #2B1C17;
color: #2B1C17;
border-color: #2B1C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.39:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B1C17?

RGB(43, 28, 23) · HSL(15.0, 30.3%, 12.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.9%, 46.5%, 83.1%)

Does #2B1C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.39:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B1C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B1C17 background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.