#2E1D12

#2E1D12

Overview

#2E1D12 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 46, 29, 18, in HSL 23.6°, 43.8%, 12.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 37.0%, 60.9%, 82.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8014 Sepia Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#2E1D12

RGB

46, 29, 18

HSL

23.6, 43.8%, 12.5%

HSV

23.6, 60.9%, 18.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 37.0%, 60.9%, 82.0%

OKLCH

0.2493 0.0331 53.5

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: #2E1D12;
color: #2E1D12;
border-color: #2E1D12;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

16.15:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.3:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #2E1D12?

RGB(46, 29, 18) · HSL(23.6, 43.8%, 12.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.0%, 60.9%, 82.0%)

Does #2E1D12 meet WCAG contrast on white?

16.15:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #2E1D12?

Use FFFFFF text on a #2E1D12 background; contrast on black is 1.3:1.