#2E1B17

#2E1B17

Overview

#2E1B17 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 27, 23, in HSL 10.4°, 33.3%, 13.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 41.3%, 50.0%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E1B17

RGB

46, 27, 23

HSL

10.4, 33.3%, 13.5%

HSV

10.4, 50.0%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.3%, 50.0%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2459 0.0315 32.4

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: #2E1B17;
color: #2E1B17;
border-color: #2E1B17;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.34:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E1B17?

RGB(46, 27, 23) · HSL(10.4, 33.3%, 13.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.3%, 50.0%, 82.0%)

Does #2E1B17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.34:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E1B17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E1B17 background; contrast on black is 1.29:1.