#2E1509

#2E1509

Overview

#2E1509 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 21, 9, in HSL 19.5°, 67.3%, 10.8%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.3%, 80.4%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 3007 Black Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E1509

RGB

46, 21, 9

HSL

19.5, 67.3%, 10.8%

HSV

19.5, 80.4%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.3%, 80.4%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2291 0.0458 45.3

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: #2E1509;
color: #2E1509;
border-color: #2E1509;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

17.11:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.23:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E1509?

RGB(46, 21, 9) · HSL(19.5, 67.3%, 10.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.3%, 80.4%, 82.0%)

Does #2E1509 meet WCAG contrast on white?

17.11:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E1509?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E1509 background; contrast on black is 1.23:1.