#2C150B

#2C150B

Color Values

HEX

#2C150B

RGB

44, 21, 11

HSL

18.2, 60.0%, 10.8%

HSV

18.2, 75.0%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.3%, 75.0%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.2261 0.0418 43.7

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: #2C150B;
color: #2C150B;
border-color: #2C150B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.22:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.22:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2C150B?

RGB(44, 21, 11) · HSL(18.2, 60.0%, 10.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.3%, 75.0%, 82.7%)

Does #2C150B meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.22:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C150B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C150B background; contrast on black is 1.22:1.