#2E1B0C

#2E1B0C

Overview

#2E1B0C is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 27, 12, in HSL 26.5°, 58.6%, 11.4%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.3%, 73.9%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E1B0C

RGB

46, 27, 12

HSL

26.5, 58.6%, 11.4%

HSV

26.5, 73.9%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.3%, 73.9%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2433 0.0393 57.8

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: #2E1B0C;
color: #2E1B0C;
border-color: #2E1B0C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

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 #2E1B0C?

RGB(46, 27, 12) · HSL(26.5, 58.6%, 11.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.3%, 73.9%, 82.0%)

Does #2E1B0C meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #2E1B0C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E1B0C background; contrast on black is 1.28:1.