#2B201C

#2B201C

Color Values

HEX

#2B201C

RGB

43, 32, 28

HSL

16.0, 21.1%, 13.9%

HSV

16.0, 34.9%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 25.6%, 34.9%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2553 0.0187 40.9

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: #2B201C;
color: #2B201C;
border-color: #2B201C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.84:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B201C?

RGB(43, 32, 28) · HSL(16.0, 21.1%, 13.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 25.6%, 34.9%, 83.1%)

Does #2B201C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.84:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B201C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B201C background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.