#2C1C0C

#2C1C0C

Overview

#2C1C0C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 44, 28, 12, in HSL 30.0°, 57.1%, 11.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.4%, 72.7%, 82.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2C1C0C

RGB

44, 28, 12

HSL

30.0, 57.1%, 11.0%

HSV

30.0, 72.7%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.4%, 72.7%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.2427 0.0368 64.6

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: #2C1C0C;
color: #2C1C0C;
border-color: #2C1C0C;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.43:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.28:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2C1C0C?

RGB(44, 28, 12) · HSL(30.0, 57.1%, 11.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.4%, 72.7%, 82.7%)

Does #2C1C0C meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.43:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C1C0C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C1C0C background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.