#2C1C0E

#2C1C0E

Overview

#2C1C0E is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 44, 28, 14, in HSL 28.0°, 51.7%, 11.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 36.4%, 68.2%, 82.7%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2C1C0E

RGB

44, 28, 14

HSL

28.0, 51.7%, 11.4%

HSV

28.0, 68.2%, 17.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 36.4%, 68.2%, 82.7%

OKLCH

0.2431 0.0348 61.2

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: #2C1C0E;
color: #2C1C0E;
border-color: #2C1C0E;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.41:1

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 #2C1C0E?

RGB(44, 28, 14) · HSL(28.0, 51.7%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 36.4%, 68.2%, 82.7%)

Does #2C1C0E meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.41:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2C1C0E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2C1C0E background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.