#2C150F

#2C150F

Color Values

HEX

#2C150F

RGB

44, 21, 15

HSL

12.4, 49.2%, 11.6%

HSV

12.4, 65.9%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 52.3%, 65.9%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.227 0.0396 35.5

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: #2C150F;
color: #2C150F;
border-color: #2C150F;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.2:1

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 #2C150F?

RGB(44, 21, 15) · HSL(12.4, 49.2%, 11.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 52.3%, 65.9%, 82.7%)

Does #2C150F meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.2:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C150F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C150F background; contrast on black is 1.22:1.