#2B2212

#2B2212

Color Values

HEX

#2B2212

RGB

43, 34, 18

HSL

38.4, 41.0%, 12.0%

HSV

38.4, 58.1%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 20.9%, 58.1%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2578 0.0304 81.1

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: #2B2212;
color: #2B2212;
border-color: #2B2212;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.34:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B2212?

RGB(43, 34, 18) · HSL(38.4, 41.0%, 12.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 20.9%, 58.1%, 83.1%)

Does #2B2212 meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.67:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B2212?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B2212 background; contrast on black is 1.34:1.