#2B261C

#2B261C

Color Values

HEX

#2B261C

RGB

43, 38, 28

HSL

40.0, 21.1%, 13.9%

HSV

40.0, 34.9%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 11.6%, 34.9%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.2708 0.0191 84.5

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: #2B261C;
color: #2B261C;
border-color: #2B261C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.4:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B261C?

RGB(43, 38, 28) · HSL(40.0, 21.1%, 13.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 11.6%, 34.9%, 83.1%)

Does #2B261C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.04:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B261C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B261C background; contrast on black is 1.4:1.