#2D201B

#2D201B

Color Values

HEX

#2D201B

RGB

45, 32, 27

HSL

16.7, 25.0%, 14.1%

HSV

16.7, 40.0%, 17.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.9%, 40.0%, 82.4%

OKLCH

0.2576 0.0223 42.0

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: #2D201B;
color: #2D201B;
border-color: #2D201B;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.74:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2D201B?

RGB(45, 32, 27) · HSL(16.7, 25.0%, 14.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.9%, 40.0%, 82.4%)

Does #2D201B meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.74:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2D201B?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2D201B background; contrast on black is 1.33:1.