#2B2926

#2B2926

Color Values

HEX

#2B2926

RGB

43, 41, 38

HSL

36.0, 6.2%, 15.9%

HSV

36.0, 11.6%, 16.9%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.7%, 11.6%, 83.1%

OKLCH

0.282 0.0061 78.2

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: #2B2926;
color: #2B2926;
border-color: #2B2926;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.5:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.45:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2B2926?

RGB(43, 41, 38) · HSL(36.0, 6.2%, 15.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.7%, 11.6%, 83.1%)

Does #2B2926 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.5:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2B2926?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2B2926 background; contrast on black is 1.45:1.