#2C1A16

#2C1A16

Overview

#2C1A16 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 44, 26, 22, in HSL 10.9°, 33.3%, 12.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 40.9%, 50.0%, 82.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2C1A16

RGB

44, 26, 22

HSL

10.9, 33.3%, 12.9%

HSV

10.9, 50.0%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 40.9%, 50.0%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.2402 0.03 33.1

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: #2C1A16;
color: #2C1A16;
border-color: #2C1A16;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.58:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.27:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2C1A16?

RGB(44, 26, 22) · HSL(10.9, 33.3%, 12.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 40.9%, 50.0%, 82.7%)

Does #2C1A16 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.58:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C1A16?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C1A16 background; contrast on black is 1.27:1.