#2D2B26

#2D2B26

Color Values

HEX

#2D2B26

RGB

45, 43, 38

HSL

42.9, 8.4%, 16.3%

HSV

42.9, 15.6%, 17.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.4%, 15.6%, 82.4%

OKLCH

0.2894 0.0093 88.8

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: #2D2B26;
color: #2D2B26;
border-color: #2D2B26;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

14.14:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2D2B26?

RGB(45, 43, 38) · HSL(42.9, 8.4%, 16.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 4.4%, 15.6%, 82.4%)

Does #2D2B26 meet WCAG contrast on white?

14.14:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2D2B26?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2D2B26 background; contrast on black is 1.49:1.